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Lebanon and Syria Sign Prisoner Exchange Agreement,Aim too Normalize Relations

Lebanon ⁣and Syria have signed an agreement to exchange prisoners,marking a meaningful step towards normalizing relations after decades of political strain. The deal,announced on January 26,2024,aims to⁢ address the long-standing issue of detainees in both countries and rebuild diplomatic ties.

Details of the Agreement

The agreement focuses initially⁤ on approximately 300 Lebanese‍ convicts currently imprisoned⁣ in Syria. These ⁣individuals will be transferred back to⁣ Lebanon to complete their sentences, having already served at⁣ least 10 years. Syrian Justice Minister Mazhar al-wais described the ‍agreement as “an significant step on the path‍ to justice,” notably for cases that have ⁢been legally complex.⁢ Further agreements are anticipated for remaining detainees, though these require more extensive legal procedures, according to Wais.

lebanese Deputy Prime‍ Minister Tarek Mitri highlighted that cooperation extends beyond the prisoner exchange,encompassing ⁤efforts to resolve “all common