Lebanese President Aoun Asks US Secretary of State Rubio to Pressure Israel
Translated & summarized from Hamal by baba
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun asked U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to pressure Israel to stop its attacks in southern Lebanon. The leaders discussed the regional situation and Lebanon's efforts to maintain stability. Aoun assured Rubio that Lebanese security forces are actively combating smuggling and preventing armed presence. He also stated that judicial authorities will enforce the law impartially.
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- Lebanese President Joseph Aoun requested U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio pressure Israel to cease attacks in southern Lebanon.
- Aoun asked Rubio to ensure Israel adheres to the framework agreement and allows farmers access to their land.
- The leaders discussed the general situation in Lebanon and the region.
- President Aoun stated that Lebanese security forces are fully implementing measures to prevent armed presence and combat smuggling.
- Aoun assured Rubio that judicial authorities will enforce the law impartially against violators.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun spoke with U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Tuesday evening, discussing the general situation in Lebanon and the region amid recent developments. The conversation also addressed the situation in southern Lebanon, in light of ongoing Israeli strikes on villages and towns. President Aoun requested that Secretary of State Rubio pressure Israel to cease its attacks, adhere to the framework agreement, halt land evacuations, and allow farmers access to their land without fear of attack or harassment.
During the call, President Aoun informed Secretary of State Rubio that the Lebanese army and security forces are fully implementing measures to prevent armed presence, confiscate weapons and ammunition, and combat smuggling. He noted that recent steps are part of these efforts. Aoun further emphasized that judicial authorities are monitoring all transferred cases and will show no leniency towards those responsible for violations, stating that the law will be enforced impartially.
