Following a meeting with Lebanon's parliament speaker Nabih Berri, Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani's visit to Beirut signals Damascus's pursuit of diplomatic relations with all Lebanese components, including Hezbollah allies. This move comes amidst U.S. President Donald Trump's repeated calls for Syria to disarm the pro-Iranian Lebanese group Hezbollah. Despite historical tensions between Syria and Lebanon, characterized by military interventions and influence over each other, Syria under President Ahmed al-Sharaa appears disinclined towards a cross-border military adventure. The meeting with Berri represents a shift from al-Shaibani's visit last October, when he avoided the Shia leadership. This diplomatic move aims to rebuild the relationship between Damascus and Beirut, marking a cautious reset in their complicated history. However, lingering mistrust and Lebanon's internal divide over Hezbollah continue to pose challenges for a stable partnership. The future of Hezbollah remains uncertain due to Israel's continued occupation of Lebanese territory and Iran's insistence on linking any agreement with the U.S. and Israel regarding the Lebanese arena.