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Syria-Israel Joint Communication Mechanism Agreement is a trilateral diplomatic accord signed on 6 January 2026 in Paris under US mediation, by the governments of Syria Israel and the United States of America. The agreement provides for the establishment of a joint communication mechanism named the “Joint Fusion Mechanism” to facilitate intelligence sharing reduction of military tensions continuation of diplomatic contacts and assessment of commercial opportunities.
Following talks held in Paris under US mediation between Syria and Israel the parties signed an agreement on 6 January 2026 to establish a joint communication mechanism. This agreement envisages the creation of a structure known as the “Joint Fusion Mechanism” designed to facilitate intelligence military and diplomatic coordination between the parties.
The talks were held in the French capital Paris under the oversight of the US Department of State. A joint statement bearing the triple signature of the governments of the United States Israel and Syria was publicly announced by the US Department of State Spokesperson.
The statement read: “Under US auspices senior Israeli and Syrian officials met in Paris. President Donald J. Trump’s leadership in the Middle East enabled productive talks focused on Syria’s sovereignty and stability Israel’s security and the prosperity of both nations.” The agreement reaffirmed the parties’ commitment to establishing “lasting security and stability arrangements” in their relations.
The talks held in Paris at the beginning of 2026 constitute the fifth round of negotiations conducted under US mediation. Their resumption followed changes in the regional security environment after the fall of the Bashar al-Assad regime in December 2024.
Syria’s official news agency SANA reported that the resumption of negotiations was a sign of the Damascus administration’s “determination to reclaim its national rights closed to negotiation”.
The main framework of the talks was the reactivation of the 1974 Agreement on Disengagement. The parties agreed to aim for the withdrawal of Israeli forces to the lines established before 8 December 2024. The Syrian side stated that negotiations would focus on a “balanced security agreement based on full sovereignty” and would address measures to prevent any interference in the country’s internal affairs.
This process unfolded alongside increased Israeli military activity in southern Syria particularly in the Quneitra governorate throughout 2025. Developments in the region included the establishment of nine new military bases and the takeover of approximately 12000 acres of land.
According to the US-based news site Axios the primary objective of the negotiations was to “reach a new security agreement that would stabilize the security situation in border areas”.
Senior officials from Syria Israel and the United States of America participated in the talks in Paris. The Syrian delegation was represented by Foreign Minister Asad Hasan Shaybani and Director of the General Intelligence Directorate Husayn al-Salama. The Israeli delegation included Ambassador to Washington Yechiel Leiter Military Advisor to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and future Mossad Director Roman Gofman and Deputy Chairman of the National Security Council Gil Reich.
Representing the United States of America were US Ambassador to Ankara and Special Envoy to Syria Tom Barrack US President’s Special Envoy for the Middle East Steve Witkoff and Senior Advisor to President Donald Trump Jared Kushner.
The talks were conducted over two days in the French capital under US mediation. Key issues discussed included the demilitarization of southern Syria the withdrawal of Israeli forces to the lines established before 8 December 2024 and the establishment of lasting security arrangements.
The negotiations addressed measures to safeguard Syria’s full sovereignty and prevent any interference in its internal affairs.
The talks began on 5 January 2026 and were concluded on 6 January 2026. The Israeli Channel 12 television network described the process as “positive” but provided no details on its content. The Syrian side did not issue an official statement regarding the negotiations. The talks were conducted “under the coordination and mediation of the United States.” This round marked the first direct contact after an interval of approximately two months.
Following the conclusion of the talks in Paris on 6 January 2026 the US Department of State Spokesperson issued a joint statement titled “Joint Statement on the Trilateral Meeting Between the Governments of the United States of America the State of Israel and the Syrian Arab Republic” signed by the three countries.
The statement included the following: “Under US auspices senior Israeli and Syrian officials met in Paris. President Donald J. Trump’s leadership in the Middle East enabled productive talks focused on Syria’s sovereignty and stability Israel’s security and the prosperity of both nations.”
The joint statement reaffirmed the parties’ “commitment to establishing lasting security and stability arrangements”.
The text of the statement affirmed that the parties based their approach on the principles of “Syria’s sovereignty and stability Israel’s security and the prosperity of both nations”. The US Department of State noted that the parties used the following language: “The parties reaffirmed their commitment to providing lasting security and stability arrangements for both countries.”
The statement also included the phrase: “This joint statement reflects the spirit of today’s meeting and the determination of the parties to open a new chapter in their relations for the benefit of future generations.”
The most significant element of the agreement was the establishment of a joint communication mechanism named the “Joint Fusion Mechanism”. This mechanism was created under US oversight to facilitate urgent and continuous coordination on intelligence sharing reduction of military tensions diplomatic relations and commercial opportunities.
The statement defined the mechanism’s function as follows: “This mechanism will serve as a platform to address disputes immediately and prevent misunderstandings.”
In issuing the statement the US Department of State stated: “The United States of America appreciates these positive steps and remains committed to supporting the implementation of this understanding as part of broader efforts to achieve lasting peace in the Middle East”.
The statement also included the phrase: “Prosperity emerges when sovereign nations cooperate respectfully and productively.” The United States affirmed its intention to continue overseeing and implementing the process and emphasized that the talks were conducted under the leadership of President Donald J. Trump.
Further rounds of talks between the two countries are planned to continue in Paris.
On 6 January 2026, Syria and Israel reached an agreement in Paris under US mediation to establish a joint communication mechanism. The parties decided to develop security and stability arrangements and reduce military tension through intelligence sharing. It was stated that this system, named the “Joint Fusion Mechanism,” would also cover diplomatic and commercial contacts. It was indicated that implementation of the agreement would be carried out under US supervision.
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Joint Statement and Content of the Agreement