“We continue to call on Israel to respect Syrian sovereignty and return to the negotiating table,” Peach said in a post on X, adding that dialogue and diplomacy could secure a more peaceful future for both countries and the region.

Barrie Peach, acting UK Special Representative for Syria:

— UK for Syria (@UKforSyria) August 19, 2026

"I am deeply concerned by Israeli strikes on Abu al-Duhur Airbase, which risk further destabilising Syria. We continue to call on to Israel to respect Syrian sovereignty and return to negotiations. Dialogue and diplomacy… https://t.co/przcJlISrE