Damascus: Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa has categorically denied reports suggesting that Syria is planning to intervene militarily in Lebanon. Speaking to a delegation from Damascus countryside, Sharaa emphasized that such claims are entirely unfounded.
According to Anadolu Agency, Sharaa addressed the ongoing issue of border demarcation between Syria and Lebanon, stating that it is not a priority at the moment. He highlighted the current crises in Lebanon and the internal displacement of approximately 1.5 million people as more pressing concerns.
Lebanon has been experiencing continuous Israeli attacks since early March, resulting in over 3,700 fatalities, more than 11,600 injuries, and the displacement of over 1.5 million individuals. The Lebanese-Syrian border is characterized by its diverse terrain, lacking clear markers or signs to indicate the division between the two nations, which are connected by six land border crossings over a stretch of about 375 kilometers.
Since gaining independence from France between 1920 and 1946, both Lebanon and Syria have faced challenges in border demarcation. This ongoing issue has occasionally led to diplomatic tensions, armed conflicts, and smuggling problems between the two countries.
