Baabda: President of the Republic, General Joseph Aoun, emphasized the critical nature of the current phase, highlighting the need for national unity to preserve Lebanon's sovereignty and independence. He stated that the situation requires collective awareness and unified positions to safeguard the nation's integrity.
According to National News Agency - Lebanon, President Aoun made these remarks during a meeting at Baabda Palace with Rev. Joseph Kassab, the head of the Evangelical community in Syria and Lebanon, accompanied by Judge Fawzi Dagher and lawyer Charles Ghafri. They discussed the general situation in Lebanon, with President Aoun noting ongoing efforts to mitigate the impact of regional events on the country.
Rev. Kassab praised President Aoun's leadership and his strategic management of Lebanon's affairs during this challenging period. He expressed optimism that Lebanon would overcome its current difficulties and commended the president's diplomatic efforts to address these issues.
The meeting also covered the status of the Evangelical community and the situation in Syria, reflecting the broader regional concerns impacting Lebanon.