Syria signals possible resumption of diplomatic dialogue with Israel, Damascus diplomacy indicates

Syria signals possible resumption of diplomatic dialogue with Israel, Damascus diplomacy indicates

The Syrian government has indicated its expectation to re-establish diplomatic communication channels and security negotiations with Israel, mediated by international efforts. The information was detailed in a recent interview given by the Syrian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Asaad al-Shaibani, and reported by international news agencies such as Reuters and Al Jazeera.

Key Points and Context

 

Frozen Dialogue: Talks regarding a security agreement between the two countries had been stalled since the beginning of the conflict with Iran, suffering a definitive interruption following a recent attack on an air base in northern Syrian territory.

 

Skepticism and Pragmatism: Despite the prospect of returning to the negotiating table, the Syrian foreign minister adopted a tone of strong caution. "We do not trust Israel at present," Al-Shaibani stated, emphasizing that future diplomatic contacts must yield practical and tangible results for the Damascus government.

 

Security Priorities: The Syrian administration has established the immediate cessation of military operations and attacks within its national territory as a prerequisite. Only after this guarantee is consolidated should broader and more complex agendas — such as regional stability and the status of the Golan Heights — be brought into diplomatic discussions.

Behind the Scenes and Mediation

Diplomatic efforts behind the scenes have been led by the United States, featuring the involvement of special envoys, such as Tom Barrack, aimed at reopening communication channels in the region and mitigating further escalations of conflict in the Middle East.