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Israel, Syria Launch US-Backed Coordination Effort After Paris Meeting
By The Media Line Staff
Senior Israeli and Syrian officials held a rare round of contacts in Paris under US sponsorship, marking a significant step toward renewed dialogue between the two countries, according to a joint announcement issued by Washington, Jerusalem, and Damascus.
The meeting, described by all three governments as productive, followed what the statement credited to President Donald Trump’s regional diplomacy, which they said created the conditions for the talks to proceed.
Officials said both delegations agreed on a set of understandings meant to reduce tensions and deepen coordination. Central among them is the creation of a shared communications channel — a fusion cell tasked with managing intelligence exchanges, de-escalation efforts, diplomatic messages, and potential economic ventures. The United States will oversee the mechanism, which is intended to allow the sides to address disagreements quickly and avoid miscalculations.
The joint text said the arrangement reflects a mutual commitment to “lasting security and stability” for Israel and Syria. It added that the new structure is designed to function as an early-warning and problem-solving platform as the parties explore ways to improve relations.
Washington praised the outcome, saying the commitments offered evidence of what can be achieved when governments deal with each other “in a respectful and productive way.” According to the statement, US officials view the understandings reached in Paris as part of a broader push to support long-term calm in the region.
The three governments concluded that the discussions represent the opening of a new phase, expressing hope that practical cooperation will benefit both populations and lay groundwork for future progress.
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