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Syrian Soldiers Declare War on Israel Amid Tensions

12/12/2025

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During a Damascus parade, Syrian soldiers chanted a declaration of war on Israel.
Israeli Minister Amichai Chikli predicted war is inevitable.
United States officials, including Tom Barrack, say Syria is not seeking aggression toward Israel and the United States stabilizes Syria.
Iranian-backed groups are trying to undermine security arrangements.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa seeks negotiations for Israel to withdraw from Syria and adhere to 1974 truce, while Israel continues counterterrorism.

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Story summary

During a Damascus parade, Syrian soldiers chanted a declaration of war on Israel.
Israeli Minister Amichai Chikli predicted war is inevitable.
United States officials, including Tom Barrack, say Syria is not seeking aggression toward Israel and the United States stabilizes Syria.
Iranian-backed groups are trying to undermine security arrangements.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa seeks negotiations for Israel to withdraw from Syria and adhere to 1974 truce, while Israel continues counterterrorism.