Peace Talks Successfully Ease Syrian Tensions

Syrian and Israeli officials discussed de-escalating tensions in Syria during talks mediated by the U.S. in Paris. Successful dialogue was achieved, as confirmed by U.S. envoy Tom Barrack. Recent clashes in Sweida had resulted in hundreds of deaths, prompting Israeli intervention to prevent violence against Druze communities.

The Syrian and Israeli officials' meeting on Thursday in Paris, mediated by the U.S., aimed at de-escalating the ongoing tensions in Syria. According to U.S. envoy Tom Barrack, the objective of fostering dialogue and achieving de-escalation has been successfully met.

Officials from both sides confirmed their commitment to sustaining these efforts, amidst reports of violent clashes in the southern province of Sweida, which led to numerous casualties. The conflict involved Druze fighters, Sunni Bedouin tribes, and government forces.

In response to the violence, Israel conducted airstrikes, asserting their necessity to prevent the mass atrocity against the Druze by Syrian government forces. This intervention underscores the severity of the situation and the critical need for continued diplomatic dialogue.

(With inputs from agencies.)