The Syrian Center for Human Rights released overnight the terms of an agreement concluded between Israel and Syria in partnership with the United States.
The published specifics reveal that oversight of the Sweida area, which became the focal point of Syrian regime aggression against the Druze population, will transfer to American control, with US officials committing to ensuring agreement implementation. The arrangement stipulates that all local tribal forces and government forces must withdraw from Druze villages, while Druze units will perform verification sweeps in these communities to confirm compliance.
Subsequently, the agreement provides for the establishment of local councils with participation from Sweida residents, with appointed members handling regional resource management and essential services. Additionally, a monitoring and documentation committee will track agreement violations, submitting reports to American officials when necessary.
The accord further mandates that Quneitra and Daraa, located near the Syrian-Israeli border, undergo complete disarmament, with local security committees formed through resident participation, contingent on restricting possession to light weapons only. Syrian government-affiliated organizations or institutions face an entry prohibition to Sweida, while United Nations entities receive authorization for regional access.
I met this evening with the Syrians and Israelis in Paris. Our goal was dialogue and de-escalation, and we accomplished precisely that. All parties reiterated their commitment to continuing these efforts.
— Ambassador Tom Barrack (@USAMBTurkiye) July 24, 2025
Previously, US Special Envoy to Syria Tom Barrack confirmed his Paris discussions with Syrian and Israeli representatives, declaring, "Our goal was dialogue and de-escalation, and we accomplished precisely that. All parties reiterated their commitment to continuing these efforts."
