On April 24, 2026, leaders from Lebanon, Egypt, Syria, and Jordan met with their European Union counterparts in Nicosia. This gathering aimed to bolster security and economic ties amid the ongoing conflict involving Iran.
The meeting also included the secretary general of the Gulf Cooperation Council, highlighting the importance of regional collaboration in addressing shared challenges.
The discussions reflect a growing recognition of the need for cooperative strategies to mitigate the impacts of geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.