Damascus Requires Israeli Withdrawal for Security Agreement

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani announced that Damascus will not pursue a security agreement with Israel until it fully withdraws from occupied territories post-December 8, 2024. He emphasized the need for Israel to cease interference in Syrian affairs and reaffirmed Syria’s commitment to the 1974 Disengagement Agreement. With a new government focused on rebuilding, Shaibani highlighted Syria’s transition from a perceived threat to a model of success, urging international investment in the country.

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