The American envoy to Syria and Lebanon, Tom Barak, stressed that “there is no alternative plan for Syria,” stressing that the international community is required to support Syrian President Ahmed Al -Shara and his team with resources, accountability and a comprehensive approach to ensure the stability of the country.
Confidence with a president was a fighter
Regarding questions about the background of Sharia, who was a fighter in the ranks of the Al -Nusra Front and became president of one of the most important countries in the region, Barak said: “Do you trust him? Do you believe him? My answer is yes. I trust and believe him.” He explained that credibility must be granted to the new leadership.
The complex faction scene
On the map of the armed factions in Syria, Barak said: “There is the PKK, the YPG and others. Currently, all the group with triglycerides hate me, so I stay away from them.” In reference to Washington’s warning of dealing with those parties.
The American role has declined as a security guarantor
Barak talked about the strategic transformations, saying: “After the Second World War we tried to be the security guarantor of the world. We are no longer so. Everyone should stand on his feet and depend on himself.”
Lack of confidence towards Israel
In response to a question if Sharia trusts the intentions of Israel, Barak said clearly: “He does not trust. No one trusts their intentions.” He added that Israel believes that the Sykes -Picot lines are “meaningless”, and they act where and when it wants to protect its interests.
Historical meetings with Israel
Barak revealed that Sharia entered into a direct dialogue with Israel for the first time in three decades. He said: “We held two historic meetings after a 30 -year break. The first meeting lasted three and a half hours. They were amazed, they were very good with each other.”
A message to Netanyahu on Lebanon
In direct criticism, Barak said: “I said to Netanyahu: Give Lebanon a break. You cannot be this brutality towards everyone and go wherever you want and do whatever you want. This will return to you with harm.” He pointed out that people “die on decisive lines sometimes not exceeding 2 or 4 kilometers, who is interested in?”
Iran is in its weakest cases
On Iran, Barak explained that she was “not weaker than it is now. Trump and Israel put it in a defensive position.” He added: “The bombing of its nuclear facilities with B-2 aircraft was like appetizers. If they wanted to tamper with us, this is the message.”
Türkiye is a fixed ally
Barack concluded by praising Turkey, saying: “Türkiye was a great ally. It is a country that is wrongly understood. But it is a fixed friend for us at all stages, and it is the largest contributor to NATO after the United States.”
