Defense Minister participates in Saudi-sponsored security talks with Syria in Jeddah
Minister of National Defense Michel Menassa, accompanied by a security delegation, visited the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for a high-level meeting in Jeddah with Syrian Defense Minister Marhaf Abu Qasra and his accompanying delegation.
Talks were held under the auspices of Saudi Defense Minister Prince Khalid bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud.
According to a statement from Menassa’s office, the meeting focused on issues of mutual interest between Lebanon and Syria, particularly border security and efforts to enhance bilateral stability.
The two sides signed an agreement affirming the strategic importance of border demarcation, the formation of joint legal committees in various fields, and the activation of coordination mechanisms to address emerging security and military challenges—especially along the shared border.
A follow-up meeting is scheduled to be held in Saudi Arabia in the near future.
Minister Menassa thanked the Saudi leadership for hosting and supporting the dialogue.
Saudi Arabia reiterated its full support for Lebanon and Syria’s security and stability, emphasizing the broader importance of peace in the region.
