Iranian defense minister arrives in Syria

Iran’s Defense Minister Brigadier-General Amir Hatami arrived in Damascus on Sunday for a two-day visit.

Hatami was welcomed by senior Syrian military and defense officials, Iran envoy to Syria Javad Torkabadi and Iranian military attaché to Damascus Brigadier General Alinejad, News.am reported citing IRNA agency.

Iranian minister is scheduled to hold a meeting with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad.