Diplomatic sources reported an unexpected peace breakthrough between Israel and Syria, achieved through active mediation by Turkey and Jordan. The official agreement was confirmed by the US Ambassador to Ankara, Tom Barak, who emphasized the importance of regional cooperation.
Key negotiations followed a week of intense violence in the Syrian province of Suweida, where clashes between Bedouin fighters and Druze militias led to over 600 human casualties. Independent observers described the conflict as extremely destructive for regional stability.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio expressed satisfaction with the achieved ceasefire, describing it as an important step to end the "alarming and terrifying situation". Diplomatic efforts included intensive negotiations between Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa.
In an official statement, Barak called on various ethnic groups - Druze, Bedouins, and Sunnis - to deposit their weapons and work towards building a unified Syrian national identity. The message emphasizes the need for inter-community dialogue and reconciliation.
Despite the achieved agreement, experts remain cautious about the durability of the ceasefire. Independent analysts point out that it is not yet entirely clear whether the cessation of hostilities will be sustainable and whether all parties will adhere to the agreed conditions.
The Israeli Embassy in Washington and the Syrian Consulate in Canada have not yet provided an official comment on the agreement. However, the international community expressed hope that this diplomatic breakthrough could lay the groundwork for a more stable dialogue in the region.
Key participants in the negotiations emphasized that the ceasefire is the result of collective diplomatic efforts and the desire for a peaceful resolution of the conflict. They expressed confidence that this model of cooperation could be applied to other tension hotspots in the region.