Syrian President Says Hezbollah Left ‘Deep Wound’ (opens original article in a new tab)

Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa acknowledged the pain caused by Hezbollah's past military involvement in Syria but expressed willingness to engage in dialogue if it benefits both nations, while warning against war in Lebanon and emphasizing the need for political solutions and protection of Lebanon's Shiite community.

• Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa described Hezbollah's military involvement in Syria as a 'deep wound'
• Sharaa stated Syria would consider talks with Hezbollah if it serves the interests of both Syria and Lebanon
• Sharaa warned against war in Lebanon and emphasized the need for political consensus to resolve the crisis
• Sharaa called for protecting Lebanon's Shiite community and criticized Hezbollah's encroachment on Lebanese state authority