Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shbani Meets Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri

Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri received Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad Al-Shbani at his residence in Ain Tineh on July 2, 2026.

Following the bilateral meeting, Al-Shbani addressed journalists, indicating that no discussion with "the party" took place during the visit due to scheduling constraints. However, he emphasized openness to such engagement in the future should circumstances align with the mutual interests of both nations.

Earlier, Al-Shbani had met with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, during which both officials explored avenues for strengthening bilateral relations on the basis of mutual respect and neighborly cooperation. The discussion also covered mechanisms for enhancing economic collaboration between the two countries, as well as recent regional and international developments.

A substantial delegation from the Kataeb Party, headed by MP Sami Gemayel, visited the Presidential Palace in Baabda for separate talks with President Aoun.

In related political commentary, Samir Geagea stated that the agreement between Lebanon and Israel creates opportunities for restoring effective state authority and ending the military presence of the party in question.

Meanwhile, the commander of the Khatam al-Anbiya base issued a warning to adversaries, particularly the United States and Israel, cautioning against miscalculations. The statement urged careful consideration of the armed forces' response capabilities to any threat or aggression targeting the nation's territory.