Israeli and Syrian Official Hold Rare Direct Talks, Israeli Source Says

New Syrian gov't officials met with Israeli officials in Azerbaijan

Among the Israeli officials included the IDF Operations Directorate chief Maj.-Gen. Oded Basyuk.

Israeli and Syrian official hold rare direct talks, Israeli source says

Israel and the new Syrian regime have recently held direct talks, according to an Israeli source familiar with the matter – an indication of shifting dynamics between the former enemies as Israel expands its military presence in the country.

Israel and Syria conducted secret talks in Baku, mediated by Azerbaijan, as reported by the Israeli news portal Ynet with reference to sources.

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Officials from Israel and Syria held direct talks in Azerbaijan - Conservative Angle

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CNN reported that Israel and the new Syrian regime recently held direct talks, amid the Trump-Julani meeting that signals a possible change in policy toward Syria.