Assad asks Jewish senator to mediate between Israel, Syria
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A covert message has been conveyed this weekend from Deputy Foreign Minister Danny Ayalon to Syrian President Bashar Assad through US Senator Arlen Specter.
The senator has landed in Israel and is currently making his way on Assad's invitation to Damascus, where he will attempt to launch negotiations between Damascus and Jerusalem. Israeli officials believe Syria is altering its position on talks following new sanctions on Iran. (Roni Sofer)
