Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa has said Damascus is working towards a security agreement with Israel with the participation of several countries, describing it as a possible step towards broader regional peace.

He said any agreement would not affect Syria’s claim to the occupied Golan Heights and added that the government is seeking to avoid military confrontation with Israel.

Key developments:

  • Al-Sharaa ruled out military intervention in Lebanon, backing the Lebanese state’s authority over security decisions.
  • He said removing Syria from the US list of state sponsors of terrorism is essential alongside sanctions relief.
  • The government remains committed to implementing its agreement with the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF).

A committee has been established to investigate missing persons from Syria’s 2011–2024 conflict using international standards.

ℹ️ Al Jazeera

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