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Israel-Greece Diplomatic Talks: Saar Invites Gerapetritis to Israel Amid Syria and Gaza Discussions

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar and Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis held a phone conversation discussing the ongoing crises in Syria and Gaza. Saar emphasized the need to protect Syria’s minority groups and expressed concerns over the undemocratic nature of the new government in Damascus. He also reiterated Israel’s efforts to secure a deal for hostages in Gaza. Saar invited Gerapetritis to visit Israel soon, underscoring the importance of strengthening diplomatic ties between the two countries.

81416 Local citizens wave Kurdish and American flags during the Kurdish regional government new years celebration in Dahuk in 2008

US Warns of Imminent Large-Scale Turkish Attack on Syrian Kurds

American officials warn of a potential large-scale Turkish military operation against U.S.-backed Kurds in northern Syria, with significant Turkish forces massing near Kobani. A Kurdish official has pleaded for intervention from then President-elect Trump to prevent what could be a catastrophic invasion. Recent diplomatic efforts have failed to de-escalate the situation.