Summary
Syria's foreign minister visited Lebanon to improve relations between the two countries. The visit marks a new approach after years of tension due to involvement in each other's civil wars. Discussions focused on border issues, the status of prisoners, and the return of Syrian refugees.
Key Facts
- Syria’s foreign minister, Asaad al-Shaibani, visited Lebanon for talks with top officials.
- The visit signals a new approach to Syria-Lebanon relations after decades of tension.
- Key topics discussed were the border, Syrian prisoners in Lebanon, and missing Lebanese nationals.
- Over a million Syrians fled to Lebanon during Syria's civil war; many have returned this year.
- A March agreement between Lebanon and Syria addresses border security issues.
- Syria’s current government overthrew Bashar al-Assad, ending his family's long rule.
- Syria pledged to respect Lebanon's independence and work towards improving ties.
