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After Assad's Ouster, Iran Seeks Dialogue with Syria's Rebel Leaders to Prevent Hostile Relations

Dec 9, 2024, 07:50 AM

Following the ousting of Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, Iran has established direct channels to engage with some groups within Syria's rebel leadership, according to a senior Iranian official cited by Reuters on Monday. Tehran is open to direct dialogue with the new leadership to prevent a hostile trajectory between the two countries and avoid further regional tensions. The official emphasized that engaging with Syria's rebel leaders is key to stabilizing ties and maintaining regional stability.