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Syrian President Flags Challenges in Israel Negotiations

4/17/2026

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Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa says negotiations with Israel face significant challenges due to Israel's demand for a broad buffer zone that would occupy Syrian territory.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced plans to expand the security zone toward Mount Hermon to aid the Druze community.
Al-Sharaa cautions that Syria could join the Abraham Accords.
Al-Sharaa notes the Golan Heights remains a longstanding issue.
Al-Sharaa says negotiations could yield results soon.

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Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa says negotiations with Israel face significant challenges due to Israel's demand for a broad buffer zone that would occupy Syrian territory.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced plans to expand the security zone toward Mount Hermon to aid the Druze community.
Al-Sharaa cautions that Syria could join the Abraham Accords.
Al-Sharaa notes the Golan Heights remains a longstanding issue.
Al-Sharaa says negotiations could yield results soon.