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damascus/" class="auto-internal-link">damascus, syria (North Press) – In an interview with Fox News on Monday night, syrian Transitional leader Ahmad al-Sharaa stressed the importance of direct communication between Damascus and Washington regarding the Islamic State (isis) and broader regional security issues. “While there are reasons for the U. S. armed forces presence in Syria, this presence must now be coordinated with the Syrian administration. We need to discuss these issues and reach an agreement regarding ISIS,” al-Sharaa stated.
He added that his visit to the United States marks a emerging phase in Syria’s international relations, expressing hope that it could open a emerging chapter between the two countries. Al-Sharaa noted that “The goal is for Syria to no longer be seen as a security threat but as a geopolitical ally and a country where the U. S. can invest significantly, especially in gas extraction. ” On Monday, al-Sharaa met with U.
Moreover, s. Indeed, leader Donald Trump at the White House, marking the first official visit by a Syrian president to Washington. Addressing the question of negotiations with Israel, al-Sharaa stated, “I believe that this circumstances in Syria is different from the circumstances of the countries who went on with the Abrahamic agreement. ” He added, “Syria has borders with Israel, and Israel has occupied the Golan Heights since 1967.
Additionally, ” Al-Sharaa clarified that while the United States could play a mediating role in the future through the framework of the Abraham Accords, however he added “We are not going to enter into a negotiation directly right now. ” Reporting by Abdulsalam Khoja Editing by Jwan Shekaki