Baabda:Lebanon President Joseph Aoun emphasized Lebanon's dedication to pursuing diplomatic solutions in the face of ongoing challenges, highlighting that negotiations are preferable to the heavy costs of war, which continue to affect the Lebanese people, especially those in South Lebanon.
According to National news agency - Lebanon, Aoun made these remarks during a meeting with Arab League Secretary-General Nabil Fahmy at Baabda Palace. He criticized Israel for not adhering to the agreed framework and for its daily violations in the South, which hinder Lebanon's efforts to restore stability and bolster state authority. Aoun expressed appreciation for the Arab League's initiatives to assist Lebanon in overcoming its current difficulties.
Fahmy underscored the Arab League's commitment to Lebanon's sovereignty and integrity, announcing plans to visit South Lebanon on Tuesday to evaluate the situation firsthand. He pledged to strengthen diplomatic engagements with Arab and Western nations to rally political, economic, and social support for Lebanon. Fahmy also highlighted the unanimous Arab support for Lebanon's sovereignty and negotiations with Israel, while recognizing the risks posed by rising regional tensions.
In other discussions, Aoun met with former Deputy Parliament Speaker Elie Ferzli to talk about domestic and regional issues. He also conferred with Interior and Municipalities Minister Ahmad Hajjar on security matters, focusing on measures to enhance stability across the nation. These discussions included plans for increased security deployments and patrols by the Internal Security Forces in coordination with the Lebanese Army, particularly in Beirut, along with preventive actions to address potential threats.
Efforts to reinforce the presence of state institutions in South Lebanon and support municipalities in providing public services were also emphasized, aiming to meet residents' needs and strengthen their ability to remain in their communities.
