Lebanese President Calls for Security Deal with Israel

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun stated that Lebanon is determined to ensure that weapons within the country remain solely in its hands, emphasizing this goal should be achieved without internal conflict. He also revealed that Lebanon is actively working towards a security agreement with Israel, aiming to end the state of hostility between the two nations. Aoun reiterated Lebanon's commitment to consolidating its control over all weaponry, stressing the importance of avoiding internal strife in this process. The president's remarks highlight a dual objective: internal security consolidation and external de-escalation with Israel.