Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shibani emphasized that any agreement regarding Syria must acknowledge the country's sovereignty, making withdrawal of foreign forces a non-negotiable demand. He called for an end to external interference in Syria's internal matters and warned that supporting opposition groups could have negative consequences for Israel. These statements come after Syria's interim president criticized Israel's military actions, suggesting they are battling elusive enemies following the conflict in Gaza. Meanwhile, Israel has increased its military presence in southern Syria, citing security threats and conducting strikes on military targets, despite ongoing appeals for peace and stability in the region.