Lebanon-Syria passenger ferry service resumes after years of disruption (opens original article in a new tab)

Lebanon and Syria resume passenger ferry services after years of disruption, with regular summer routes planned but uncertainty remains over the Cyprus route.

• Lebanon-Syria passenger ferry service resumes after nearly two decades of disruption
• Regular summer services between Lebanon and Syria will operate 2-3 times per week
• Uncertainty remains regarding the Lebanon-Cyprus route due to delays with Cypriot authorities and visa procedures
• Ferry service is seen as an economic boost for Jounieh and a positive step for Syria's recovery