Middle EastUpdated 6h ago
Daboussiya–Abboudiyeh crossing reopens
The Daboussiya–Abboudiyeh crossing between Syria and Lebanon has reopened to passenger and commercial traffic after repairs to its connecting bridge, Asharq News reports. The crossing had been closed for about two years after the bridge was damaged by Israeli bombardment. Its reopening is intended to facilitate passenger and truck movements and strengthen trade. Arab News cites a Syrian border official estimating that, once fully operational, the crossing could handle 8,000–10,000 travelers and 150–250 freight trucks a day. Those figures are an estimate for full operations, not current traffic levels. Arab News also reports that the reopening is expected to ease pressure on the Masnaa crossing.
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