Syria, Israel Agree on Security Arrangements, Open New Chapter After Paris Talks

Syria and Israel reached an agreement on security arrangements and renewed cooperation after U.S.-supervised talks in Paris, media reports said.

Syria and Israel have agreed on new security arrangements and the opening of a fresh phase of cooperation following talks held in Paris under U.S. supervision, according to reports on Tuesday.

Axios reported on January 6 that the discussions focused on respecting Syria’s sovereignty and stability, guaranteeing Israel’s security, and supporting the welfare of both Syrian and Israeli populations.

The two sides also agreed to establish a joint coordination mechanism aimed at intelligence sharing, reducing military tensions, and maintaining diplomatic engagement.

Israel’s prime minister’s office said the talks marked the resumption of diplomatic contacts after months of pause and were held within the framework of U.S. President Donald Trump’s Middle East peace initiative.

Relations between Syria and Israel have long been strained due to unresolved border disputes, regional rivalries, and opposing military alliances across the Middle East.

Syria and Israel technically remain in a state of conflict, with decades of hostility shaped by wars, proxy confrontations, and competing security interests, particularly along the Golan Heights.

Israeli officials emphasized the importance of ensuring the safety of their citizens, expanding economic cooperation, and safeguarding the Druze minority in Syria as part of the new understanding.

While the agreement does not signal formal normalization, analysts say the Paris talks reflect cautious steps toward managing tensions and preventing further escalation in a volatile region.

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