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Israel Skeptical of Syria's New Demands Amid Security Concerns

12/11/2025

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Israel remains wary of its border with Syria following the rise of President Ahmad al-Sharaa.
U.S. Ambassador Tom Barrack emphasized the need for a security agreement, advocating Israel's withdrawal from a buffer zone.
Israeli officials, including Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar, express skepticism about Syria's new demands and al-Sharaa's past affiliations.
Analysts warn that any agreement may lack trust and could enable an Islamist state with Western backing, affecting Druze positions.

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Israel remains wary of its border with Syria following the rise of President Ahmad al-Sharaa.
U.S. Ambassador Tom Barrack emphasized the need for a security agreement, advocating Israel's withdrawal from a buffer zone.
Israeli officials, including Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar, express skepticism about Syria's new demands and al-Sharaa's past affiliations.
Analysts warn that any agreement may lack trust and could enable an Islamist state with Western backing, affecting Druze positions.