Netanyahu: If Syria sets up a demilitarized buffer zone, an agreement may be reached

Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu said that reaching an agreement with Syria is possible, but he demanded that the Syrian authorities establish a demilitarized buffer zone between Damascus and Mount Hermon and other areas.

Reuters reported that Netanyahu said on Tuesday (December 2) while visiting wounded soldiers that he hoped Syria would set up a demilitarized buffer zone between Damascus and Mount Hermon and along the route. We control these areas to ensure the safety of Israeli citizens, and this is also our responsibility.

He also said, "As long as both sides have good intentions and understand these principles, it is possible to reach an agreement with Syria, but in any case, we will adhere to our principles."

Netanyahu's statement came a day after US President Trump spoke out. The Trump administration has been trying to facilitate the signing of a non-aggression agreement between the two countries. On Monday (the 1st), Trump emphasized that it is very important for Israel to maintain a "solid and sincere dialogue" with Damascus.

Trump supports Syria's new leader, Shara, while Israel expresses concerns over Shara's past ties to Islamic extremism.

Syrian state media reported that the Israeli army killed 13 Syrians in a raid in southern Syria last Friday (November 28). The Israeli army said the target was a local Lebanese Islamic radical group.