Syria-Israel security talks stall over Golan Heights withdrawal demands

Direct negotiations between Israel and Syria regarding a security pact for the Golan Heights have reached an impasse. Israeli media reports indicate that Israel has rejected a demand from Syrian Interim-President Ahmed al-Sharaa for an immediate withdrawal from buffer zones established after the Assad regime"s fall.

Israel maintains that a full peace treaty, which includes recognition of its sovereignty over the Golan Heights, is necessary before any withdrawal can occur. The stalled talks highlight ongoing tensions between the two nations over territorial and security issues in the region.

This development follows earlier coverage of the complex dynamics in the area, as both countries navigate their respective positions on security and territorial claims.