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Israel and Syria Launch U.S.-Supervised De-Escalation Talks

1/6/2026

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Israel and Syria established a mechanism for military de-escalation and intelligence sharing, supervised by the United States.
The mechanism aims to facilitate diplomatic engagement and promptly address disputes.
Recent meetings in Paris involved Israeli and Syrian officials, including Syria's foreign minister.
A Syrian official said progress hinges on a clear timeline for Israeli troop withdrawal from occupied territories.
The United States supports the mechanism, though a comprehensive agreement remains uncertain.

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Israel and Syria established a mechanism for military de-escalation and intelligence sharing, supervised by the United States.
The mechanism aims to facilitate diplomatic engagement and promptly address disputes.
Recent meetings in Paris involved Israeli and Syrian officials, including Syria's foreign minister.
A Syrian official said progress hinges on a clear timeline for Israeli troop withdrawal from occupied territories.
The United States supports the mechanism, though a comprehensive agreement remains uncertain.