Lebanon minister says working to 'resolve' Syria's new entry restrictions

"Work is underway to resolve the issue of Lebanese citizens being prevented from entering Syria," Bassam Mawlawi told AFP. He said Lebanon's General Security agency was in touch with "the Syrian side" to resolve the issue. The developments appeared to be the first instance of friction between the two neighbours, who share a fraught history, since Islamist-led rebels toppled longtime Syrian leader Bashar al-Assad last month. Lebanese nationals had previously been allowed into Syria without a visa, using just their passport or ID.