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Syrian foreign minister's visit opens cautious channel to Hezbollah amid US pressure <article data-history-node-id="443555" about="https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/syrian-fms-visit-opens-cautious-channel-hezbollah-amid-us-pressure" class="story default clearfix"> <h2> <a href="https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/syrian-fms-visit-opens-cautious-channel-hezbollah-amid-us-pressure" rel="bookmark"> <span class="field field-title">Syrian foreign minister's visit opens cautious channel to Hezbollah amid US pressure</span> </a> </h2> <footer> <div class="author"> Submitted by <span class="field field-uid"><a title="View user profile." href="https://www.middleeasteye.net/users/adam-chamseddine" lang about="https://www.middleeasteye.net/users/adam-chamseddine" typeof="schema:Person" property="schema:name" datatype>Adam Chamseddine</a></span> on <span class="field field-created"><time datetime="2026-07-03T13:40:25+01:00" title="3 July 2026 13:40 BST">Fri, 07/03/2026 - 13:40</time> </span> </div> </footer> <div class="content"> <div class="field field-field-subhead">Asaad al-Shaibani's …

Lebanon-Syria relations: new path, joint council suspended Share Facebook X LinkedIn Tumblr Pinterest Reddit VKontakte Odnoklassniki Pocket Skype Messenger Messenger WhatsApp Telegram Viber Line Share via Email Print وزارة الخارجية والمغتربين في الجمهورية العربية السورية Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Raji met with his Syrian counterpart, Assad al-Shibani, who arrived in Lebanon today on an official visit described as a sign of a new direction in Lebanon-Syria relations. Raji affirmed that both sides are committed to mutual respect for the Lebanese state and non-interference in its internal affairs, noting that this approach reflects a positive course toward strengthening cooperation between Beirut and Damascus. Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates – Syrian Arab Republic For his part, Minister al-Shibani explained that his visit to Beirut comes within the framework of a new policy adopted by Damascus toward Lebanon. He emphasized that Syria seeks to overcome past mistakes, which he said both countries were victims of, highlighting his country’s commitment to developing and strengthening Lebanon-Syria relations based on mutual respect and national sovereignty. Syrian Arab…

Syrian foreign minister says Syria open to meeting Hezbollah, according to media reports <p>BEIRUT, July 2 (Reuters) - Syria's foreign minister said during a visit to Beirut on Thursday that Syria was open to meeting the Iran-backed Lebanese group Hezbollah "if interests require it", Lebanon's state news agency reported.</p><p>Asaad al-Shibani met Lebanese government leaders including President Joseph Aoun and parliament speaker Nabih Berri, a Hezbollah ally. It was his first visit there since U.S. President Donald Trump raised the possibility of Syrian forces combating Hezbollah in Lebanon.</p>

Al-Shaibani's Beirut signals a new chapter - The Beiruter In an interview with The Beiruter, Alia Mansour explains that Syrian Foreign Minister Assaad al-Shaibani’s Beirut visit aims to reassure Lebanon and reshape relations around economic cooperation and stability. Syrian Foreign Minister (FM) Asaad al-Shaibani’s visit to Beirut has attracted considerable political attention, extending well beyond the framework of routine diplomatic exchanges between neighboring states. While the visit officially falls within the ongoing process of rebuilding bilateral relations following Syria’s political transition, its timing has amplified its importance amid renewed regional speculation about Damascus’ potential role in Lebanon’s internal affairs. Indeed, the visit follows recent remarks by United States (U.S.) President Donald Trump suggesting that Washington could encourage the new Syrian leadership under President Ahmad al-Sharaa to play a role in limiting Hezbollah’s influence in Lebanon as part of broader regional security arrangements. Those comments revived long-standing sensitivities within Lebanon, where memories of decades of Syrian political and military influence remain deeply …

Syria and Lebanon Open New Chapter of Partnership and Equality News International Facebook X Pinterest WhatsApp Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani arrived in Beirut on Friday, October 10, marking the first visit by a Syrian foreign minister to Lebanon in 15 years and the first since Syria’s liberation. Leading a high-level delegation that included Justice Minister Mazhar al-Wais, Intelligence Chief Hassan Salama, and senior officials, Shaibani’s visit signals a renewed era of cooperation and equality between the two neighboring states. Turning the Page on a Complicated Past Speaking alongside Lebanese Foreign Minister Yusuf Raji, Shaibani said his visit “reflects the direction of the new Syria, which Lebanon has great respect for.” He emphasized that Syria seeks to “restore relations on the basis of mutual interests and good neighborliness” and to “overcome the mistakes of the past, of which we too have been the victims.” The visit comes just ten months after the fall of the regime of Bashar al-Assad. Since then, Damascus has sought to rebuild diplomatic ties regionally on what Shaibani called “the foundations of cooperation and mutual respect.” Lebanon’s foreign minister w…

Syrian foreign minister visits Beirut after Trump comments about taking on Hezbollah Syria’s foreign minister traveled to Beirut on Thursday to meet Lebanese government leaders, in his first visit there since US President Donald Trump raised the possibility of Syrian forces combating Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon.Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, however, has previously denied what he called rumors about any Syrian presence entering Lebanon.For all the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app.The Syrian minister, Asaad al-Shaibani, met Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on his first stop, and then headed for a meeting with the parliament speaker, Nabih Berri, an ally of Hezbollah.Al-Shaibani says that his meeting with Berri was excellent. However, he added that talks with Berri didn’t touch on Hezbollah. Al-Shaibani also said that there was no meeting scheduled with Hezbollah officials, noting that a meeting would be possible if it benefited Syria’s interestsSyria’s government under al-Sharaa has emerged as a US ally but largely stayed out

Syria's Diplomatic Maneuvering: Navigating Historical Tensions Syria's Diplomatic Maneuvering: Navigating Historical Tensions Syria's Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani visited Beirut to meet with Lebanese leaders. This visit follows discussions between the U.S. and Syria about Syrian forces potentially combating Hezbollah in Lebanon. Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa dismisses any rumors of military involvement, aiming to maintain regional stability post-civil war. Devdiscourse News Desk | Syrias Foreign Minister Travelled To Beirut On Thursday To Meet Lebanese Government Leaders | Updated: 02-07-2026 13:40 IST | Created: 02-07-2026 13:40 IST This image is AI-generated and does not depict any real-life event or location. It is a fictional representation created for illustrative purposes only. SHARE Syria's Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani made a significant visit to Beirut on Thursday, marking his first visit since U.S. President Donald Trump suggested Syrian forces might combat Hezbollah in Lebanon. Although President Ahmed al-Sharaa has denied such involvement, the visit underscores Syria's diplomatic balancing act in a war-weary region. Diving into high-level discussions, al-S…

Syrian Foreign Minister Makes Historic First Official Visit to Beirut Home World Syrian Foreign Minister Makes Historic First Official Visit to Beirut Syrian Foreign Minister Makes Historic First Official Visit to Beirut 15:11, 10/10/2025 , Friday U: Update: 15:15, 10/10/2025 , Friday AA See Yeni Şafak News More Often: Click and Add to Favorites on Google! File photo Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani has arrived in Beirut for the first official visit by a senior Syrian official since Damascus formed its new government. The diplomatic mission includes meetings with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and other top officials, signaling warming relations between the neighboring nations. Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani has arrived in Beirut for a historic diplomatic visit, marking the first official trip to Lebanon by a cabinet minister from President Ahmad al-Sharaa's government. The high-level delegation's arrival signals a significant step in normalizing relations between the neighboring countries after years of regional tensions. Diplomatic Meetings and Agenda Minister Shaibani's schedule includes meetings with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, Prime Minister Nawaf Sala…

Syria and Lebanon Establish Joint Higher Committee, Reaffirm Commitment ... Syria and Lebanon Establish Joint Higher Committee, Reaffirm Commitment to Stronger Cooperation During al-Shaibani's Visit to Beirut 2026-07-02 Syria and Lebanon Establish Joint Higher Committee, Reaffirm Commitment to Stronger Cooperation During al-Shaibani's Visit to Beirut Welat TV – Erbil Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani and Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam signed an agreement in Beirut establishing a Joint Higher Committee between Syria and Lebanon aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation. Speaking at a joint press conference with the Syrian foreign minister in Beirut on Thursday, July 2, 2026, Salam said the two sides discussed expanding economic relations, including electricity interconnection, the transportation and exchange of goods, and facilitating the movement of citizens between the two countries. Salam added, "Today we finalized an agreement to establish a Lebanese-Syrian Joint Higher Committee composed of ministers from both countries, which will meet regularly to enhance cooperation." For his part, Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani said during the press conference th…

Syrian foreign minister's visit opens cautious channel to Hezbollah amid US pressure <article data-history-node-id="443561" about="https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/syrian-foreign-ministers-visit-opens-cautious-channel-hezbollah-amid-us" class="live-blog-update default clearfix"> <h2> <a href="https://www.middleeasteye.net/live-blog/live-blog-update/syrian-foreign-ministers-visit-opens-cautious-channel-hezbollah-amid-us" rel="bookmark"> <span class="field field-title">Syrian foreign minister's visit opens cautious channel to Hezbollah amid US pressure</span> </a> </h2> <div class="content"> <div class="field field-field-text"><p><a href="https://www.middleeasteye.net/countries/syria" target="_blank">Syrian&nbsp;</a>Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani's second official visit to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.middleeasteye.net/countries/lebanon" target="_blank">Lebanon&nbsp;</a>carried a significance that went well beyond the formal meetings on his schedule.</p> <p>Unlike his first trip to Beirut following the fall of Bashar al-Assad, this visit included a meeting with Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, the leader…

First Visit of the Syrian Foreign Minister to Beirut: Background and ... Middle East Position Estimate First Visit of the Syrian Foreign Minister to Beirut: Background and Developments By capadmin On Oct 10, 2025 Share Policy Assessment – Progress Center for Policies Introduction: After a long and somewhat mysterious avoidance of visiting Lebanon — despite touring several Arab countries, including neighboring Iraq and Jordan — Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani made an official visit to Beirut, signaling a sudden development and revealing underlying shifts that prompted it. Facts and Context On October 10, 2025, Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani visited Beirut — his first visit, and the first by any high-ranking Syrian official since the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in December 2024. Al-Shibani was accompanied by a senior delegation including Justice Minister Mazhar al-Weis and Intelligence Chief Hassan al-Salama, responding to an invitation from his Lebanese counterpart Youssef Raji. The talks covered border demarcation, Syrian detainees in Lebanon, and broader bilateral relations. The long delay in such a visit had raised questions and fueled speculation about t…

Syria Signals a New Playbook in Lebanon: Reading Shibani’s Visit https://www.europesays.com/iran/188623/ Syrian Foreign Minister Assaad Shibani is breaking with decades of entrenched patterns in Syrian-Lebanese relations. From the moment…