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Aoun seeks Vatican backing for Lebanon withdrawal
The Vatican expressed concern over the difficulties in implementing the "Framework Agreement" between Lebanon and Israel, signed in June 2026 under the auspices of the United States. The agreement includes the disarmament of Hezbollah, the withdrawal of Israel from Lebanese territories, and the deployment of the Lebanese army. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun called on the Pope and the Vatican to continue supporting their efforts to meet Lebanese demands, including insisting that Israel implement the terms of the agreement, cease attacks, reconstruct affected areas, and facilitate the return of displaced persons. Despite the ceasefire, Israel continues to carry out raids in southern Lebanon and is working to establish a security zone within Lebanese territory. Aoun is scheduled to meet with the Italian Prime Minister to discuss the future of the UNIFIL forces, whose mandate expires at the end of 2026, amid plans to relocate the international forces' positions to the Lebanese army.
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