Aoun and al-Sharaa confirm need to control border, prevent security breaches between two countries

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa agreed during a phone call today on the need to enhance coordination between their countries to control the shared border and prevent any security violations. The discussion comes amid tensions that have recently affected border areas, including exchanges of accusations regarding gunfire incidents.

According to a statement issued by the Lebanese presidency, Aoun received a call from al-Sharaa during which they discussed current regional developments and their repercussions for the security and stability of the region. Both sides stressed that “the current sensitive circumstances require activating coordination and consultation between the two countries, particularly with regard to the necessity of controlling the border and preventing any security breach from any side.”

For its part, a statement from the Syrian presidency said the call also addressed regional developments and border security between the two countries. It noted that both leaders emphasized the importance of preserving the security and safety of Syria and Lebanon and strengthening joint cooperation to confront any threats that might affect their stability.

The Syrian statement added that al-Sharaa expressed his support during the call for the Lebanese president’s efforts to disarm Hezbollah and to keep the region neutral from the repercussions of the ongoing conflict.

At the conclusion of the call, the two presidents stressed the importance of coordination and cooperation between Damascus and Beirut to maintain the security of both countries and the safety of their peoples, as well as to confront attempts to incite discord and destabilize the region.

ANHA