Syrian Embassy in Lebanon Suspends Consular Services

The Syrian Embassy in Beirut has suspended all consular services indefinitely following the detention of two relatives of deposed President Bashar al-Assad at the airport for allegedly using forged passports. Lebanese security sources indicated that the fraud may involve documents issued by the embassy itself, prompting an investigation by Syrian authorities. Concurrently, Lebanon has deported 70 Syrians, including former army officers, back to Syria under the new regime led by Hay’at Tahrir al-Sham, which has recently gained control over Damascus. The situation reflects the ongoing legal and diplomatic challenges facing the Assad regime and its relatives, even after Assad's ousting. The embassy has urged Syrians in Lebanon to stay updated via its social media about any potential resumption of services. Tensions remain high, with sporadic clashes reported between HTS forces and pro-Assad militia.