Countries bordering Syria

Syria shares land borders with 5 countries. Located in Western Asia, Syria holds a strategic position in the heart of Asia. Its neighbors are: Jordan, Lebanon, Israel, Iraq, Turkey.

Bordering Countries

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Asia

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Neighboring countries list

Country	Capital	Population	Area	Region
Jordan	Amman	11.73M	89,342 km²	Asia
Lebanon	Beirut	5.49M	10,452 km²	Asia
Israel	Jerusalem	10.13M	21,937 km²	Asia
Iraq	Baghdad	46.12M	438,317 km²	Asia
Turkey	Ankara	85.66M	783,562 km²	Asia

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Frequently Asked Questions

What countries border Syria?

Syria shares borders with 5 countries: Jordan, Lebanon, Israel, Iraq, Turkey.

How many borders does Syria have?

Syria has 5 land borders.

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