Syrian, Israeli officials to hold talks on security deal this week
QAMISHLI, Syria (North Press) – Israeli public broadcaster Kan and multiple international outlets report that Israel’s Strategic Affairs Minister, Ron Dermer, is expected to meet with Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani this week in a U.S.-mediated initiative aimed at de-escalating tensions in southern Syria .
This follows a rare direct encounter that took place on August 19 in Paris, where the two officials met to address regional stability, security arrangements, and non-interference in each other’s internal affairs .
The coming meeting is expected to build on earlier discussions facilitated by the U.S., which have explored reviving the 1974 disengagement agreement and mechanisms to calm hostilities, especially after recent sectarian violence in southern Syria .
No confirmation has yet been issued by Israeli or Syrian authorities regarding the schedule, and no precise date has been announced .