Reuters: Hidden Talks in Turkey between Syria and Hezbollah
Reports have been published about a secret meeting held in Turkey between representatives of the Syrian government and Hezbollah, with the aim of easing tensions and addressing security issues between the two sides. This meeting took place after escalating disagreements that occurred following the fall of Bashar Assad's regime in 2024, when the Syrian government accused Hezbollah of transferring weapons through Syrian territory and supporting Assad during the civil war. The focus of the meeting was on joint security concerns, and according to sources, it was sponsored by Turkish intelligence agencies to contain disputes. The talks made progress on several issues but did not result in a final agreement or an official statement. Damascus told Hezbollah that it does not consider them a rival and that it will not intervene militarily in Lebanon, provided that they cooperate to prevent arms smuggling and dismantle Hezbollah cells within Syria. In response, Hezbollah pledged not to interfere in Syrian affairs without a direct response to those demands. Recent clashes have ceased after Damascus announced the arrest of a Hezbollah-linked cell that was preparing to launch rockets in southern Syria, a claim that Hezbollah denied. This ongoing dialogue between the two sides aims to enhance mutual understanding and reduce tensions, amid Turkish support for opening direct communication channels and de-escalating the situation.
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