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Syria Demands Israel's Withdrawal Amid Rising Tensions

3/5/2025

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During an Arab summit in Cairo, Syria's interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa passionately called on the international community to compel Israel to withdraw its troops from southern Syria, denouncing their presence as a violation of sovereignty and a threat to regional stability. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu insists on the total demilitarization of the area, intensifying the already heightened tensions.

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During an Arab summit in Cairo, Syria's interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa passionately called on the international community to compel Israel to withdraw its troops from southern Syria, denouncing their presence as a violation of sovereignty and a threat to regional stability. Meanwhile, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu insists on the total demilitarization of the area, intensifying the already heightened tensions.