Beirut, Lebanon – Lebanese President Joseph Aoun affirmed that his country supports all efforts aimed at achieving a ceasefire.
He also welcomed any country that could contribute to achieving this goal, including Iran.
His remarks reflected a shift towards prioritizing de-escalation of the security situation.
Furthermore, he emphasized the need to end the escalation.
Support any ceasefire initiative
Aoun said that Lebanon is open to cooperation with various parties that can help establish the ceasefire and achieve stability.
He also stressed that the Lebanese interest requires ending security tensions and preserving the country’s security and the safety of its citizens.
The Lebanese President added that Beirut views positively any international or regional action that would support calm efforts.
He also saw the importance of creating the necessary conditions to restore stability in the region.
Praise for the potential Iranian role
The Lebanese president indicated that Iran is among the countries that can contribute to supporting ceasefire efforts.
He affirmed that Lebanon welcomes any constructive efforts that help de-escalate tensions and prevent the conflict from spreading.
These statements come at a time when the region is witnessing accelerated diplomatic activity
aimed at consolidating the truce and preventing the situation from spiraling into further escalation.
Compared to previous statements
Aoun’s statements are particularly significant given his previous criticisms of Iran’s role in Lebanon.
Earlier this month, he accused Tehran of using Lebanon as a bargaining chip in its talks with the United States.
Despite these criticisms, the new statements reflect a greater focus on supporting
any political or diplomatic path that could contribute to a ceasefire.
This comes amidst the security and economic challenges facing the country.
It also demonstrates the Lebanese government’s efforts to shield Lebanon from the repercussions of escalating regional tensions.
