13.06.2026 22:21
Syrian President Ahmed Al-Shara categorically denied allegations that Syria would interfere in Lebanon's internal affairs. Al-Shara stated that they always advocate for ending the war, strengthening state institutions, and developing economic cooperation between the two countries.
Syrian President Ahmed al-Shara made assessments regarding developments within the country and the region during a meeting with opinion leaders and dignitaries in the Damascus countryside.
“CLEAR RESPONSE TO CLAIMS THAT SYRIA WILL INTERVENE IN LEBANON”
Referring to claims that Syria would intervene in Lebanon, al-Shara said, "Various rumors are still being spread that Syria will intervene in Lebanon. However, these are not true."
Al-Shara stated that Syria's position is clear, adding, "We always advocate for stopping the war, strengthening state institutions, increasing economic integration, and calming the situation in Lebanon as much as possible."
"BORDER DELIMITATION IS A DECADES-LONG UNSOLVED FILE"
Addressing the issue of relations with Lebanon, al-Shara noted that Lebanon is going through a sensitive period due to war and various crises, a situation affecting both Lebanon and Syria.
Emphasizing that the border delimitation between Syria and Lebanon is a complex file that has remained unresolved for many years, al-Shara mentioned that Lebanese officials have raised the issue multiple times, but there are more pressing matters under current conditions.
Acknowledging historical problems between the two countries, al-Shara stated that there are negative memories on the Lebanese side regarding Syrian interventions, while on the Syrian side, there are concerns stemming from Hezbollah's activities in the country.
“THERE ARE NUMEROUS TECHNICAL AND POLITICAL PROBLEMS”
Al-Shara stressed that the border delimitation process should not lead to new disagreements, pointing out that the priority in the current period should be economic cooperation and development projects that contribute to Lebanon's stability.
Indicating that talks on border demarcation have been postponed for now, al-Shara expressed that there are many technical and political issues awaiting resolution in the border file, particularly the Shebaa Farms issue.
Recalling that there are approximately 1 million 400 thousand displaced Syrians in Lebanon, al-Shara noted that this creates a significant humanitarian and economic burden for both countries.