Lavrov to Meet Syrian Foreign Minister in Moscow for Bilateral Talks

Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov will meet Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani in Moscow for bilateral talks, Russia’s TASS news agency reported on Tuesday, citing the Russian Foreign Ministry.

The meeting reflects continued diplomatic coordination between Moscow and Damascus as both sides maintain close political and strategic ties.

According to the report, the talks will cover a range of bilateral and regional issues. While no detailed agenda was disclosed, discussions are expected to include political coordination, security developments, and economic cooperation.

Russia has remained a key diplomatic and military backer of Syria throughout the conflict and in the years that followed, positioning itself as one of Damascus’ most influential partners.

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Russia maintains a long-term military presence in Syria, including air and naval facilities that support its operations in the eastern Mediterranean. These installations remain central to Moscow’s regional strategy and underline the importance it places on stability in Syria. Diplomatic engagement at the foreign minister level has been a consistent feature of the relationship, particularly as Syria seeks to reassert its role in regional and international forums.

The talks come at a time when Syria continues to face economic pressure, infrastructure damage, and ongoing security challenges. Damascus has been seeking investment, reconstruction support, and political backing from allies as it works to stabilise the country and rebuild state institutions. Russia has previously expressed support for Syria’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, and has called for the easing of international sanctions.

Regional diplomacy is also evolving, with neighbouring countries reassessing their engagement with Damascus after years of isolation. Russia has positioned itself as a mediator in Middle East affairs, maintaining dialogue with multiple regional actors while sustaining its alliance with Syria.

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The meeting in Moscow underscores Russia’s intention to remain a central player in Syrian affairs and highlights the continued coordination between the two governments on political, security, and economic matters.