Türkiye and Lebanon have agreed to work together on Syrian issues following the downfall of Bashar al-Assad, said Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan on Wednesday.
"A new era has begun in Syria. As two key neighbors of Syria, we agree that we must act together," Erdoğan said during a joint press conference with visiting Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati.
"The stability of Syria is crucial for the stability of the region," he added, emphasizing that rebuilding war-torn Syria would be a top priority for both nations.
Erdoğan added that Türkiye will stand by Lebanon's side against Israel's attacks, emphasizing the need for Israel to commit to the ceasefire agreement.
Mikati, for his part, thanked Erdoğan for his country's support for Lebanon during its war with Israel in recent months.
He condemned Israel for exploiting Syria's political upheaval and expanding its occupation of Syrian lands, emphasizing that pressure should be exerted on Israel to stop this.
Mikati, heading a Lebanese delegation, arrived in Türkiye on Wednesday to discuss with Erdoğan and Turkish officials the latest developments in the region and bilateral ties.