Israeli minister threatens Syria as regional diplomacy shifts
Chikli’s remarks raise fears of further Israeli escalation amid efforts to reduce conflicts across the Middle East
TEL AVIV, Israel (MNTV) – An Israeli government minister has threatened possible military action against Syria, raising concerns over further regional instability as diplomatic efforts continue to reduce tensions in the Middle East.
Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli said Israel would fight Syria “sooner or later,” claiming that Syria and Türkiye represented greater challenges to Israel’s security than Iran.
The comments came shortly after the United States and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at ending hostilities across multiple regional fronts, including Lebanon.
Chikli, a member of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s Likud party, has repeatedly criticized countries involved in diplomatic initiatives, accusing them of shifting regional influence away from Israel.
Earlier, he condemned what he described as a growing Qatar-Türkiye-Pakistan alignment, claiming the three countries had influenced the framework of the US-Iran agreement.
He said Israel’s main concern was not Iran’s economic recovery but the emergence of a new diplomatic bloc that could reshape regional politics and reduce Israel’s ability to influence security decisions.
The remarks have intensified criticism from observers who argue that Israeli state’s policies and repeated threats have contributed to continued instability across the region.
Türkiye, Qatar, and Pakistan have supported diplomatic engagement and mediation efforts aimed at preventing further escalation. Turkish officials welcomed the US-Iran agreement, describing it as a potential step toward greater regional stability.
Analysts said the statements from Israeli officials reflect growing anxiety over changing regional dynamics, as countries advocating negotiations gain a larger role in resolving conflicts.
Israel has carried out military strikes in Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, Iran, and other parts of the region in recent years, drawing international criticism and accusations of worsening humanitarian and security crises.
The latest threats against Syria have renewed concerns that continued confrontation and expansion of military escalation could further undermine efforts for peace and stability in the Middle East.
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