Negotiations Between Syria and Israel Under U.S. Pressure

Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani visited Washington for first official Syrian visit in over 25 years to discuss lifting U.S. sanctions.
Negotiations between Syria and Israel on a security agreement continue amid U.S. pressure to reach a deal before UN General Assembly.
Discussions focus on removing sanctions from the Caesar Act through permanent removal.
Senator Lindsey Graham supports lifting sanctions if Syria establishes security agreement with Israel and joins coalition against Islamic State.
Senior official notes breakthrough under U.S. pressure is possible but chances remain low.

Diplomacy | Security | Sanctions

United States | Israel | Syria

Lindsey Graham | Marco Rubio | Asaad al-Shibani

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