US President Donald Trump has urged Israel to maintain “strong and true dialogue” with Syria, cautioning against steps that could hinder the war-torn country’s path toward stability.

His remarks follow a deadly clash along the border that has intensified friction between the two countries.

In a post on his social media platform, Trump said the United States is “very satisfied” with progress in Syria under President Ahmed al-Sharaa, calling his efforts “substantial” in rebuilding the state after years of conflict.

“It is very important that Israel maintain a strong and true dialogue with Syria, and that nothing takes place that will interfere with Syria’s evolution into a prosperous State,” he wrote.

Trump added that ending “strong and biting sanctions” against Syria was welcomed by the Syrian government, leadership, and public.

Clashes at border heighten tensions

The appeal comes days after Israeli troops exchanged fire with gunmen in southern Syria during an arrest operation. Six Israeli soldiers were injured, while Syrian media reported 13 fatalities in the incident — the deadliest confrontation since Syria’s new leadership came to power.

Israel has previously conducted strikes inside Syrian territory, citing security threats. The operations have drawn criticism from Damascus, which accuses Israel of undermining stability in the region.

New Syrian president at center of US strategy

Trump praised Syria’s new President Ahmed al-Sharaa, a former rebel whose coalition ousted Bashar al-Assad last year. Sharaa made a landmark visit to the White House in November — a move Trump described as “historic.”

According to Trump, Sharaa is “working diligently to make sure good things happen,” expressing confidence that Syria and Israel could develop a “long and prosperous relationship together.”

The US president reiterated that Washington is committed to ensuring the Syrian government stays “on the intended path” toward reconstruction and peace.

Trump linked improving Syria–Israel relations to his wider push for Middle East stability, particularly amid a fragile Gaza ceasefire that has held since October.

He said that successful cooperation between the two nations would be a “historic opportunity” and contribute “to the peace already attained in the Middle East.”