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Turkish intel chief meets Syrian president in Damascus for talks on security, stability

Syrias interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa (R) welcoming Türkiyes intelligence chief Ibrahim Kalin ahead of a meeting in Damascus, Sept. 17, 2025. (Photo via Syrian Presidency Facebook page)
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Syrias interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa (R) welcoming Türkiyes intelligence chief Ibrahim Kalin ahead of a meeting in Damascus, Sept. 17, 2025. (Photo via Syrian Presidency Facebook page)
September 18, 2025 09:47 AM GMT+03:00

Ibrahim Kalin, head of Türkiye’s National Intelligence Organization (MIT), traveled to the Syrian capital of Damascus for official talks and was received by Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa, according to security sources on Wednesday.

The meeting focused on bilateral ties, regional security issues, and recent developments. Both sides underlined the importance of Syria’s territorial integrity, sovereignty, political stability, and social peace.

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan (R) and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa (L) shake hands as they hold a joint press conference after their meeting at Presidential Complex in Ankara, Türkiye Feb. 4, 2025. (AA Photo)
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan (R) and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa (L) shake hands as they hold a joint press conference after their meeting at Presidential Complex in Ankara, Türkiye Feb. 4, 2025. (AA Photo)

Türkiye’s support for Syria

During the talks, Kalin reiterated that Türkiye will continue to stand by Syria. He also stressed Ankara’s readiness to provide any necessary support to the new Syrian government in its struggle against internal and external threats.

The two sides discussed joint efforts against the Daesh terrorist group, as well as measures to strengthen institutional capacity in Syria. Topics included border security, customs management, improvements in economic conditions, and the safe and voluntary return of Syrian refugees.

September 18, 2025 09:47 AM GMT+03:00
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