Lebanese FM Affirms Negotiated End to Occupation
Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Raji affirmed that Lebanon is determined to restore its full sovereignty through negotiations with Israel, emphasizing that there is no alternative to ending the Israeli occupation except through dialogue and diplomacy. He noted that Lebanon has successfully halted attacks on Beirut and its suburbs via diplomatic means, despite the lengthy and complex nature of the negotiation process. Consequently, Lebanon continues these efforts despite the destruction caused by military solutions in the south and the displacement of its residents. He also clarified that the decision to keep arms under state control in Lebanon is independent of negotiations with Israel, and that Hezbollah’s threats of civil war underscore the correctness of the strategy to limit weapons. He assured that war is not imminent and that Hezbollah’s armament poses a threat to Lebanon’s security and sovereignty. Additionally, he stated that Beirut is seeking to deploy an international force under the United Nations’ auspices as an alternative to UNIFIL troops to enhance its security.
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