DOHA (The COW News Digital) Syria’s interim President Ahmad Al-Shar’ has criticized Israel’s border policy, warning that recent actions could pose a serious threat to Syria’s security. Speaking at the Doha Forum 2025, Al-Shar’ emphasized that while Syria fully respects the 1974 disengagement agreement with Israel, attempts by Israel to establish a security zone in southern Syria could destabilize the region.
Al-Shar’ accused Israel of deflecting responsibility for its aggression on other nations following attacks on Gaza. He highlighted that since December 8, 2024, Israel has carried out over 1,000 airstrikes and more than 400 ground incursions into Syrian territory. The Syrian leader described these actions as part of a broader strategy in which Israel attempts to project its internal and regional conflicts onto neighboring countries, justifying military operations under the guise of security concerns.
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During his address, Al-Shar’ noted that Syria has consistently conveyed positive signals aimed at promoting peace and regional stability, explicitly avoiding actions that would drag other nations into conflict. However, he said Israel has responded to Syria’s restraint with excessive violence.
Al-Shar’ stressed the importance of adherence to the 1974 agreement, which has maintained relative stability along the Israel-Syria border for over five decades and is recognized by the international community and the UN Security Council. He warned that any attempts to modify the agreement or establish new arrangements, such as buffer or security zones, could lead to dangerous consequences.
The Syrian president questioned the feasibility of managing and securing any new buffer zones, highlighting Israel’s continued threats and the potential for escalation. He reiterated that Syria remains committed to the 1974 accord and called on Israel to return to the pre-December 8, 2024, status quo, emphasizing that compliance with the agreement is essential for lasting peace in the region.
Al-Shar’’s statements at the Doha Forum underline Syria’s ongoing concerns over regional security and Israel’s unilateral measures near the southern border. International observers note that the forum provides a platform for Syrian officials to highlight perceived threats and to seek broader support for maintaining peace agreements recognized worldwide.
