Israeli Defense Minister Vows No Withdrawal from Golan Amid Syrian Demands
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First reported by Now 14 · 1 hour ago
What happened
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz affirmed Israel's refusal to withdraw from the Golan Heights amid ongoing jihadist threats, despite Syrian demands for Israeli troop withdrawal. His remarks coincide with reported secret talks between Israeli and Syrian officials seeking to ease tensions after recent Israeli airstrikes. Syria is pushing to renew security negotiations, demanding Israeli withdrawal and an end to strikes, while maintaining ties with Turkey.
- 01Israel will not withdraw from the Golan Heights while jihadist threats remain on its border.
- 02Defense Minister Katz sent a direct message to Syria's leadership about Israel's presence.
- 03Israel acted to prevent Turkish military expansion in Syria threatening its security.
- 04Senior Israeli military officials accompanied Katz during his Golan Heights visit.
- 05Behind-the-scenes talks between Israel and Syria aim to reduce tensions after Israeli airstrikes.
- 06Syria demands Israeli withdrawal and an end to strikes, seeking renewed security talks with UN buffer zones.
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