Lebanese PM Najib Mikati to Visit Damascus for Historic Meeting with Syria’s New Leadership
Lebanon’s Prime Minister, Najib Mikati, will travel to Damascus on Saturday, marking the first official visit since the fall of the Assad regime. Mikati is set to meet with Abu Mohammad al-Jolani, the de facto leader of Syria and head of the new transitional administration.
• Diplomatic Context: The visit underscores Lebanon’s effort to navigate relations with the emerging power structure in Syria amidst a shifting regional landscape.
• Agenda: Discussions are expected to focus on border security, refugee repatriation, and economic cooperation between the two countries.
• Historical Significance: This is the first meeting between Lebanese and Syrian leaders since the collapse of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in December 2024, signaling a potential reset in bilateral relations.
Mikati’s visit will be closely monitored by international stakeholders seeking to understand Syria’s new direction under its transitional leadership.
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