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Netanyahu Reveals Direct Phone Call with Syrian President Averted Druze Massacre
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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu revealed a direct phone call with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa that he claims stopped a Druze massacre. Netanyahu made the announcement at a Druze community conference, emphasizing Israel's commitment to the Druze. This is the first public confirmation of direct contact between Israeli leadership and al-Sharaa, with past communications handled through other officials. Previous U.S.-led attempts for a broader security agreement between Israel and Syria were unsuccessful.
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- Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke directly with Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa to stop a massacre.
- Netanyahu stated his commitment to protecting the Druze community, calling them "our Druze brothers."
- This is the first public disclosure of direct communication between Netanyahu and the Syrian President.
- Previous Israeli-Syrian contacts were managed through lower-level officials and back channels.
- U.S.-led attempts for a security arrangement between Israel and Syria have been unsuccessful.
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