Syria denies officials held ‘secret’ talks with Hezbollah in Turkiye

Syria's Ministry of Information denied reports that government officials held direct talks with Hezbollah in Turkey, dismissing claims of a secret September meeting. Turkey also denied the occurrence, calling the reports 'baseless'. Reuters reported that six anonymous sources, including Syrian officials, a US official, and a Lebanese security source close to Hezbollah, confirmed the meeting. Tensions between Syria and Hezbollah remain high, with ongoing disputes and accusations.