Syria’s Permanent Representative to the United Nations, Ibrahim Olabi, confirmed Wednesday that Damascus has been engaged in direct, US-mediated security talks with Israel. Speaking during a UN Security Council session on political pathways in the Middle East, Olabi said the discussions have yet to produce concrete outcomes but stressed that Syria remains committed to sustaining the diplomatic track to break the region’s long-standing stalemate.
Post-Assad Syria Signals Shift Toward Dialogue and Non-Alignment
Olabi said Syria’s foreign policy has undergone a fundamental shift since the fall of the Assad regime, moving toward a centrist, non-aligned approach rooted in dialogue and international cooperation. According to the state-run SANA news agency, the ambassador said the “new Syria” seeks balanced relations with all countries and rejects alignment with military blocs or regional axes.
He added that as Syria emerges from years of conflict and internal crises, it aims to use diplomacy to bridge regional divides and contribute to broader Middle East stability.
US-Brokered Security Track With Israel
Addressing the ongoing talks with Israel, Olabi expressed appreciation for Washington’s mediation, describing the American role as an effort to support regional de-escalation and prevent further conflict.
He said the discussions are focused strictly on security arrangements and confidence-building measures. While no formal agreements have been reached, Damascus views continued engagement as essential to overcoming diplomatic inertia.
Olabi reiterated that the new Syrian administration has consistently stated it does not seek military confrontation with any regional state and is prepared to address security concerns through structured, internationally supported negotiations.
The remarks mark a notable departure from decades of Syrian foreign policy and signal the government’s intention to address long-standing security tensions with neighbouring states through diplomacy rather than confrontation.
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