Syrian FM: Israel is a challenge for Syria

Syria’s foreign minister, Asaad al-Shaibani, emphasized at the Doha Forum 2025 that Israel’s occupation is a major challenge for Syria, insisting on the necessity of Israeli withdrawal from occupied territories as a non-negotiable condition. He highlighted Syria’s efforts to cultivate balanced relations and achieve internal security linked to regional stability, while acknowledging the challenges faced by the new government. Al-Shaibani reaffirmed commitment to the 1974 disengagement agreement and noted U.S. support for a security arrangement with Israel.

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