Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has reaffirmed his commitment to the negotiation track as a means to address outstanding issues and restore Lebanon\u2019s rights through diplomatic channels, while stressing the importance of keeping Lebanon\u2019s file on the United States\u2019 agenda and securing international support for stability and sovereignty.<\/p>\n
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said he will not retreat from the path of negotiations, noting that the process remains challenging due to Israeli calculations and the repercussions of tensions between Iran and the United States.<\/p>\n
Aoun said the proposed framework could help restore Lebanon\u2019s rights through diplomatic means if its provisions are respected.<\/p>\n
He added that Lebanon currently has an opportunity to achieve gains that could compensate for losses suffered during previous conflicts, particularly amid American support for diplomatic efforts.<\/p>\n
Aoun stressed that Beirut\u2019s priority is to keep Lebanon\u2019s situation present on the United States\u2019 agenda and strengthen its position amid what he described as a highly difficult and complex situation.<\/p>\n
He said Washington remains the only party capable of exerting pressure to prevent attacks on southern Beirut, Lebanese infrastructure, or further expansion of occupied areas in southern Lebanon.<\/p>\n
The Lebanese president emphasized that his country needs US support to help restore full control over its territory.<\/p>\n
Aoun stressed that Lebanon\u2019s sovereignty is not subject to compromise, emphasizing that the state seeks to restore full authority of the Lebanese Army and legitimate institutions over all Lebanese territory.<\/p>\n
He also underlined that national decisions must be made through official state institutions, rejecting any attempt by other parties to negotiate or speak on behalf of Lebanon.<\/p>\n
The Lebanese president said the country was not in a position to choose ideal options amid fears of expanding conflict and a wider regional escalation.<\/p>\n
He described direct negotiations as the only available option to shorten the period of occupation, facilitate the return of displaced people, and seek solutions through diplomatic channels.<\/p>\n
Aoun stressed that the Lebanese state is responsible for every part of its territory and every citizen, highlighting the need for political solutions during the current circumstances.<\/p>\n
Regarding the possibility of holding a meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House, Aoun considered the idea unlikely, while emphasizing that the Lebanese presidency remains open to official channels and dialogue frameworks.<\/p>\n
President Joseph Aoun\u2019s statements reflect Lebanon\u2019s continued reliance on diplomacy and negotiations to address political and security challenges, while highlighting the importance of US involvement in supporting stability and protecting Lebanese sovereignty amid ongoing regional tensions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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