Trump to Israel: Do not 'interfere' in Syria

December 01, 2025 / 11:45 PM

Sharjah 24 – AFP: US President Donald Trump warned Israel on Monday against destabilising Syria and its new leadership, days after a deadly operation by Israeli forces in the south of the country.

Call for dialogue

Trump emphasized the importance of maintaining “a strong and true dialogue with Syria” to ensure the country’s evolution into a prosperous state, posting his message on Truth Social.

Support for Syria’s leadership

Trump expressed satisfaction with Syria’s performance under former Islamist rebel President Ahmed al-Sharaa, who visited the White House in November. He noted that Sharaa is working to foster positive relations between Syria and Israel.

Security pact and rising tensions

Trump has advocated for a security pact between Israel and Syria since Sharaa’s coalition overthrew Bashar al-Assad a year ago. However, tensions have risen due to hundreds of Israeli strikes in Syria, including a recent operation that killed 13 people targeting an Islamist group.

US role in Syria’s reconstruction

Trump stated that the United States is doing everything possible to support Syria’s government in rebuilding the war-torn country. He added that improved Syria-Israel relations would contribute to broader Middle East peace efforts following the Gaza ceasefire in October.