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According to The Times of Israel, the head of Israel's Mossad met with Syria's foreign minister in an effort to prevent a further escalation following an Israeli airstrike on Syria.
Analysis & context
Analysis & Context
Analytically, these meetings between Israel and Syria come in a highly sensitive context where Israel is aiming to set 'red lines' for diplomatic negotiations. In a broader context, the United States is also pushing for the resumption of direct talks between the two countries, which were halted earlier this year. This ongoing tension between Israel and Syria has a long and complex history, remaining a live issue in the region.
