Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani expressed dismay over Israeli military actions following Bashar al-Assad's government collapse. The diplomat told CNN that widespread strikes across Syrian territory shocked officials and complicated potential diplomatic relations. Israeli forces launched airstrikes and deployed ground troops beyond buffer zones after Assad's December downfall. Military leaders justified operations by citing risks of weapons transfers to extremist groups.
Al-Shibani argued that Israeli interference hindered Syrian efforts to address internal sectarian conflicts. The minister emphasized that Damascus poses no regional threats and seeks stability rather than confrontation. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissed concerns about regional normalization efforts during separate Fox News remarks on Sunday. Israeli officials maintain that Abraham Accords partnerships remain resilient despite ongoing Middle East tensions.
Syria has experienced recurring violence between various religious and ethnic communities since Assad's departure. Al-Shibani welcomed American sanctions relief and described Washington's approach toward the transitional government as supportive.
Al-Shibani argued that Israeli interference hindered Syrian efforts to address internal sectarian conflicts. The minister emphasized that Damascus poses no regional threats and seeks stability rather than confrontation. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu dismissed concerns about regional normalization efforts during separate Fox News remarks on Sunday. Israeli officials maintain that Abraham Accords partnerships remain resilient despite ongoing Middle East tensions.
Syria has experienced recurring violence between various religious and ethnic communities since Assad's departure. Al-Shibani welcomed American sanctions relief and described Washington's approach toward the transitional government as supportive.
