Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi arrives in Damascus to discuss regional developments
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi attends a press briefing in Tehran, Iran, July 7, 2019. (AP Photo by Ebrahim Noroozi)
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in the Syrian capital, Damascus, on Saturday, following a visit to Lebanon. He is expected to meet with Syrian officials to discuss ongoing regional developments.
The visit to Damascus comes as part of a regional tour aimed at strengthening Iran’s diplomatic ties in the region. Before arriving in Syria, Araqchi held meetings in Beirut with Lebanon’s caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati and Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri.
Talks to focus on regional issues and bilateral cooperation
During his time in Syria, Araghchi is set to engage with senior Syrian officials to address key regional issues, including ongoing conflicts and collaborative efforts between Iran and Syria.
Lebanon meetings prior to Syria visit
Before arriving in Damascus, Araqchi spent time in Beirut, where he met with key Lebanese officials.
His discussions with Lebanon’s caretaker Prime Minister Mikati and Parliament Speaker Berri focused on Lebanon’s current political and economic crisis, as well as the role of Hezbollah in regional politics.
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