The newspaper writes that the rapprochement between Russia and Lebanon could reduce the US influence in the Middle East. news week.
According to the publication, with rapprochement with Lebanon, Russia can gain access to a new port and commercial market.
In addition, Russian companies can gain greater access to Lebanon’s energy sector and natural resources, including by launching joint projects.
Shauki Bou Nassar, former Ambassador of Lebanon to Moscow reportedIt has been reported that the authorities of the republic and the Russian Federation are working to start direct flights between the two countries, which were interrupted due to the anti-Russia sanctions imposed by the West.
He pointed out that today, Russians can only go to Beirut with connecting flights in Istanbul or in a number of Gulf countries such as the United Arab Emirates, Bahrain and Qatar.
It also said it could not give specific dates for when this might happen.
Formerly USA and Ukraine started Negotiations on security guarantees for Kyiv.