Why is Erdogan's son meeting Lebanon’s top leaders?

Necmettin Bilal Erdogan, the son of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, has raised eyebrows in the Middle East by meeting with top Lebanese officials over the past two days.

Erdogan holds no official role in the Turkish government, but is known for promoting traditional sports, humanitarian aid, and philanthropy worldwide.

"The visit is social and economic in nature," a senior Lebanese government official told Middle East Eye. "Erdogan brought with him Turkish businessmen and institutions, and came to send a message of support to Lebanon."

According to the official, the visit was coordinated with the Lebanese state.

The encounters have prompted questions about the purpose of his trip, as he held high-level meetings in Beirut during a time of heightened tensions in the region.