Syria–Lebanon Visit Aimed to ‘Build Trust’, Reaffirm Support for Sovereignty, Stability in Both Countries, Delegation Co-Head Tells Security Council | UN Meetings Coverage and Press Releases

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10071ST MEETING (AM)
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18 December 2025

Syria–Lebanon Visit Aimed to ‘Build Trust’, Reaffirm Support for Sovereignty, Stability in Both Countries, Delegation Co-Head Tells Security Council

The Security Council’s historic visit to Syria and Lebanon two weeks ago had one clear objective: “to build trust”, the visiting mission’s co-leads — Slovenia, Algeria and Denmark — told the 15-member organ today, detailing direct engagement with Syrian and Lebanese stakeholders.

The visit enabled Council members to witness the extensive destruction in a neighbourhood of Damascus while observing the hope Syrians demonstrate as they strive to rebuild their country, said Slovenia’s representative, speaking also on behalf of Algeria and Denmark.

Covering a wide range of issues — including justice and reconciliation, humanitarian assistance and reconstruction, the political transition and counter-terrorism — the visit served as a clear demonstration of the international community’s solidarity with the Syrian people. “We reaffirmed our strong support for Syria’s sovereignty, independence, unity and territorial integrity,” he stated, adding that several members expressed grave concern over Israeli violations.

Assurances from Government Welcomed, Inclusive Process Urged in Syria

He further welcomed assurances by the transitional Government that Syria would not pose a threat to the region or to the broader international community, as well as its stated commitment to peace and security. The Council also expressed hope to finalize an agreement on the reconfiguration of the UN presence in Damascus, which would enable the Organization to stand by the Syrian people.

“We met with victims’ groups, Governors from Suweida and Dara’a and the coastal region, as well as representatives of the national investigation and fact-finding committees,” he said, calling for an inclusive political process and transparent justice for atrocities committed over the past 14 years. He also highlighted t...
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