Israel and Syria are currently undergoing significant discussions mediated by the United States, aimed at achieving peace along their border. This information comes from Thomas J. Barrack Jr., the U.S. ambassador to Turkey, who has been designated as the special envoy for Syria. Barrack emphasized that these talks are “meaningful” and are part of the U.S. effort to integrate Syria into the Abraham Accords, an agreement that has already established diplomatic ties between Israel and several Arab nations.
According to Barrack, the new Syrian leader, Ahmed al-Shara, may need to approach these negotiations carefully to avoid backlash from his own citizens. “He has to be methodical in these discussions,” Barrack noted.
In contrast to previous U.S. policies that emphasized nation-building, the current administration, under President Trump, is prioritizing economic partnerships and business opportunities—such as initiatives in arms and artificial intelligence. Trump’s recent actions, including military strikes against Iranian nuclear facilities, reflect a clear support for Israel while reinforcing a tougher stance against regional adversaries.
Overall, the U.S. aims for a fresh strategy that promotes economic growth rather than trying to reshape governments in the Middle East, signaling a shift from earlier approaches seen as unsuccessful.
According to Barrack, the new Syrian leader, Ahmed al-Shara, may need to approach these negotiations carefully to avoid backlash from his own citizens. “He has to be methodical in these discussions,” Barrack noted.
In contrast to previous U.S. policies that emphasized nation-building, the current administration, under President Trump, is prioritizing economic partnerships and business opportunities—such as initiatives in arms and artificial intelligence. Trump’s recent actions, including military strikes against Iranian nuclear facilities, reflect a clear support for Israel while reinforcing a tougher stance against regional adversaries.
Overall, the U.S. aims for a fresh strategy that promotes economic growth rather than trying to reshape governments in the Middle East, signaling a shift from earlier approaches seen as unsuccessful.
