Lebanon’s goal to end hostilities with Israel ‘forever’, says president

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun conveyed to US President Donald Trump that his nation's primary goal is to achieve a lasting cessation of conflict with Israel. This statement follows the establishment of a US-backed framework agreement aimed at addressing the ongoing tensions between the two countries. Aoun is currently engaged in discussions in Washington, where he is working to secure American backing for the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Lebanon's southern regions. The diplomatic effort reflects Lebanon's desire to move toward a permanent resolution of the long-standing dispute.