Macron Engages with Lebanese Leaders to Address Ceasefire and Security Concerns.

Beirut: French President Emmanuel Macron reached out via phone to both House Speaker Nabih Berri and Prime Minister Najib Mikati to discuss the current situation in Lebanon, following the implementation of the ceasefire agreement, as well as the broader political and security landscape. According to National News Agency - Lebanon, Prime Minister Mikati expressed his gratitude to President Macron for his "steadfast commitment to Lebanon" and his crucial role in securing the halt of Israeli military actions. Mikati highlighted the Lebanese Army's ongoing operations in the southern regions, the Bekaa Valley, and the southern suburbs of Beirut. He also confirmed preparations to strengthen the military presence in the South of the Litani area to bolster security. Mikati further urged continued international pressure on Israel to halt its violations of the ceasefire agreement, which he noted had resulted in casualties and significant material damage earlier in the day. He underscored the importance of enforcing t he ceasefire terms and ensuring peace and stability in Lebanon's most vulnerable regions. House Speaker Berri also received a call from President Macron, during which they discussed Lebanon's recent efforts to uphold the ceasefire and the Israeli provocations that continue to complicate the security situation. Additionally, Berri and Macron touched upon the preparations for Lebanon's upcoming presidential elections, with Berri emphasizing the need for political stability in the face of ongoing regional tensions.