The Israeli newspaper The Jerusalem Post reported today that U.S. Special Envoy to Syria Tom Barack has confirmed Washington is working to reactivate a dedicated communication channel aimed at de-escalating tensions between Syria and Israel, amid rising military activity on Syrian territory.
Barack told the newspaper that the United States is engaged in talks with the relevant parties to re-establish the coordination cell previously agreed upon. He also raised the possibility of Türkiye joining the mechanism, either directly or through indirect arrangements.
According to Barack’s remarks, the proposed structure centers on creating a permanent communication channel that can be consulted during any security incident. It would include personnel capable of communicating in Arabic, Hebrew, English, and Turkish. The envoy left open whether the channel would operate within a formal framework or adopt a more flexible format.
Barack said the presence of such a mechanism “would reduce the chances of misunderstanding between the parties, especially given the multiplicity of forces present on the Syrian stage.” He emphasized that “continued political and diplomatic communication remains the most effective path to prevent disputes from slipping into military confrontation.”
Discussing Damascus, Barack described Syria as a responsible, stable, and sovereign neighbor, noting that reaching a practical formula for de-escalation could serve as a stabilizing factor for the region.
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