Seventeen countries call for Lebanon's involvement in regional de-escalation efforts
via Egypt Today13 hours ago1 min read
Seventeen countries, including Britain and France, have issued a joint statement emphasizing the critical importance of involving Lebanon in international de-escalation efforts amidst rising regional tensions. The signatory nations warned that continued military operations within Lebanon pose a direct threat to regional peace initiatives, highlighting that instability in Lebanon could undermine progress in reducing tensions elsewhere. They also stressed the necessity of a lasting political solution to guarantee Lebanon's long-term security and sovereignty. The statement welcomed President Joseph Aoun's initiative for direct dialogue with Israel, describing it as a vital step toward breaking the current political deadlock, and noted Israel's openness to the proposal.
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