Syrian FM Urges Stronger Coordination with Lebanon Amid Regional Escalation

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Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Hassan al-Shaibani held a phone call with Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam on March 1 to discuss recent regional developments and their repercussions. According to a statement from the Syrian Foreign Ministry, al-Shaibani emphasized the importance of stepping up coordination between Damascus and Beirut to enhance security and stability amid the current situation.

The talks come amid rising regional tensions following reported U.S.-Israeli strikes on Iran and subsequent Iranian missile and drone attacks on Israel and several Arab countries. The Syrian statement framed the conversation as part of efforts to manage fallout and strengthen bilateral cooperation, as reported by SANA