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Netanyahu Signals Progress in Syria Security Talks

9/21/2025

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reported progress in security talks with Syria but noted that an agreement is not imminent.
A senior Trump administration official stated that a security agreement is “99%” complete, with an announcement anticipated within two weeks.
Netanyahu connected the potential for peace to military successes against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa stressed the need for a security pact that respects Syria’s airspace and involves UN monitoring.
Ongoing negotiations focus on stopping Israeli airstrikes and withdrawing Israeli troops from southern Syria.

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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reported progress in security talks with Syria but noted that an agreement is not imminent.
A senior Trump administration official stated that a security agreement is “99%” complete, with an announcement anticipated within two weeks.
Netanyahu connected the potential for peace to military successes against Hezbollah in Lebanon.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa stressed the need for a security pact that respects Syria’s airspace and involves UN monitoring.
Ongoing negotiations focus on stopping Israeli airstrikes and withdrawing Israeli troops from southern Syria.