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U.N. Security Council to Visit Syria and Lebanon at ‘Crucial’ Time for the Countries

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 4 min read 100% complete by Farnaz FassihiDecember 3, 2025 at 12:52 AM
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In December 2025, the UN Security Council is making its first official visit to Syria and Lebanon. Representatives from all 15 member states will travel to Damascus, Beirut, and southern Lebanon for the four-day trip. The visit occurs at a crucial time, coinciding with the anniversary of the fall of Bashar al-Assad in Syria and Lebanon navigating a fragile cease-fire between Hezbollah and Israel. The council aims to express support and learn about the challenges facing both countries. Diplomats will meet with senior political and military officials, as well as UN representatives. In Damascus, the council members will meet with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, following the removal of sanctions against him.

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Key Player Opposition Context
UNIFIL 30% Lebanon ×240% Syria 40% Russia 50% United States 50% Israel ×260% Hezbollah 70% Bashar al-Assad ×280%

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u.n. security council 100% lebanon 90% syria 90% middle east 70% israel 60% cease-fire 60% hezbollah 60% political visit 50% unifil 50% conflict 40%

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New York Times - World
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Center-Left (-0.30)
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90%
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Israel

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