US-mediated security talks between Israel and Syria resumed in late August 2026 after a brief suspension tied to the Iran conflict and an Israeli strike on the Abu al-Duhur airbase. High-level meetings in Jordan, including between Syria’s foreign minister and Israel’s Mossad chief, focused on halting Israeli operations, restoring the 1974 disengagement framework with UN buffer zones, and establishing de-escalation mechanisms while addressing Turkish influence and Druze security concerns. Syrian officials have indicated prior agreement on most security provisions but cite a trust deficit and insist on withdrawal from post-2024 positions before broader steps. Full diplomatic normalization remains a longer-term prospect, as Damascus maintains its Golan claim and prioritizes sovereignty issues over immediate peace accords, with US pressure continuing to shape the pace of dialogue.