In a stunning diplomatic development, officials from Israel and Syria are holding quiet, backchannel talks for the first time in over a decade. This move comes after months of intense regional conflict involving Iran-backed groups like Hamas and Hezbollah, pushing both Jerusalem and Damascus to reassess their long-standing enmity. The United States, with backing from Donald Trump and his envoy Tom Barrack Jr., is mediating the effort, aiming to cool tensions along the volatile Golan Heights border.
At the center of this pivot is Syria's new president, Ahmed al-Shara, who has signaled a dramatic shift from the hardline rejectionism of the Bashar al-Assad era. The primary driver for this newfound diplomacy is a shared strategic goal: limiting the influence of Iran and its proxies in southern Syria. For Israel, this is a matter of national security; for al-Shara's new government, it's a path toward securing sovereignty, gaining Western legitimacy, and obtaining much-needed economic relief.
While full normalization seems distant, both sides are exploring a revival of the 1974 U.N. Disengagement Agreement, which previously ensured stability in the Golan Heights. In a significant gesture, the Trump administration has lifted the terrorist designation on al-Shara's former group, and Israeli leaders have softened their tone, describing him as someone they could potentially work with. However, analysts remain cautious, pointing to al-Sharaâs past and the lack of public support for peace in Syria as major hurdles.
Despite the challenges, the fact that these talks are happening at all represents a potential seismic shift in Middle East politics. This report breaks down the key players, the high stakes, and what this surprising diplomacy could mean for the future of the region.
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Giant billboards of Donald Trump and Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa have appeared in Damascus, thanking Trump for lifting U.S. sanctions on Syria. The hoardings read âStrong Leaders Make Peaceâ and âSyrian People Thank You.â This follows Trumpâs June 30 executive order ending broad sanctions to support Syriaâs post-Assad regime. Al-Sharaa, a controversial former Al-Nusra figure, has pledged inclusive governance. Trump met him in May, calling him âtoughâ and âattractive,â marking the first U.S.-Syria leader meeting in 20+ years.
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Donald Trump signs executive order lifting US sanctions on Syria
The new order does not rescind existing sanctions on ousted longtime President Bashar al-Assad, his top aides, officials and family members who are accused of having committed war crimes and human rights violations against Syrian civilians.
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In a stunning foreign policy pivot, Donald Trump lifts decades-old U.S. sanctions on Syria following the fall of Bashar al-Assad. Backing the new regime under Ahmed al-Sharaaâan ex-Al-Nusra figureâTrump promises economic revival, regional stability, and a âfresh startâ in U.S.-Syria ties. Over 500 sanctions are lifted as the White House redefines strategy in the Middle East. Critics warn of legitimizing a controversial figure. Will this gamble reshape Syriaâor haunt U.S. foreign policy?
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A fragile ceasefire has collapsed in Syriaâs Sweida region as deadly clashes resume between Druze militias and Bedouin tribes. Both sides confirm renewed violence following the Syrian armyâs withdrawal from key hotspots. Damascus denies redeploying forces, while Israel is blamed for stoking unrest and violating sovereignty. Bedouin leaders call for tribal mobilization amid fears of ethnic cleansing. Sweida remains a volatile flashpoint, with the Syrian government losing control and foreign actorsâincluding Israelâshaping the worsening conflict through strikes and covert influence.
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Syrian troops to return to Suwayda after renewed Druze-Bedouin clashes
Syrian forces will return to Suwayda after clashes between Druze militias and Bedouin clans. A ceasefire was mediated by the US, Turkey and Arab nations.
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Russia has fiercely condemned Israel's airstrikes on Syrian territory, including near the presidential palace, calling them a "flagrant violation of international law" and a threat to regional stability. Moscow reaffirmed its support for Syriaâs sovereignty under the Al-Sharaa regime and warned against any foreign interference. The IDF defended its actions, citing retaliation for Syrian regime moves against Druze civilians. Russia, however, urged peaceful dialogue and national unity in Syria as the only path to lasting stability and an end to foreign intervention.
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Iran-Syria Vs Israel CLASH: At a heated UN Security Council session, tensions flared as Iran and Syria launched scathing condemnations against Israel over a recent deadly strike in Damascus that killed senior Iranian commanders. Tehran accused Tel Aviv of "coldblooded slaughter" and warned of consequences. Israel, in response, defended its right to self-defense against Iranian aggression. The dramatic clash has deepened regional tensions and raised fears of wider conflict. Watch the full fiery exchange now.
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Tensions in southern Syria have escalated dramatically as pro-regime militias reportedly set fire to homes belonging to the Druze community, branding them with slurs like âDruze pigs.â Convoys of armed fighters have been seen heading toward Sweida, raising fears of a wider sectarian clash. The Druze minority, long caught between loyalty to the Syrian state and local autonomy, now faces a fresh wave of violence.
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