In an interview with the Jewish Journal, Syria’s newly appointed president, Al-Julani, addressed the issue of Israel and spoke of a possible shift in regional dynamics.
“The era of endless tit-for-tat bombings must end. No nation prospers when its skies are filled with fear. The reality is, we have common enemies — and we can play a major role in regional security,” he stated, suggesting that continued hostilities serve no one and hinting at an interest in a more stable and cooperative future.
Al-Julani also voiced support for reviving the 1974 disengagement agreement between Syria and Israel, which followed the Yom Kippur War. He emphasized his commitment to the Druze population, saying, “Syria’s Druze are not pawns. They are citizens — deeply rooted, historically loyal, and deserving of every protection under the law. Their safety is non-negotiable.”
Turning to international relations, Al-Julani offered surprising praise for President Trump, stating, “I see him as a man of peace. We’ve both been shot at by the same enemy. Trump understands leverage, strength, and outcomes. Syria needs an honest broker who can reset the conversation. If there is a possibility of alignment that helps bring stability to the region — and security to the U.S. and its allies — I am ready to have that conversation. He is the only man capable of fixing this region, bringing us together, one brick at a time.”
When asked about Syria’s future, he acknowledged the profound challenges that lie ahead but maintained a cautiously optimistic tone. “We have inherited more than ruins,” he said. “We’ve inherited trauma, mistrust, and fatigue. But we have also inherited hope. Fragile, yes — but real.”
{Matzav.com}