On March 20th, Lebanese President Aoun met with German Foreign Minister Annalena Berbek at the Babda Palace (Presidential Palace) on the 19th to discuss important issues such as the political and security situation in Lebanon. Aoun emphasized that reform is not only a requirement of the international community, but also an urgent need for Lebanon itself. Aoun also mentioned that Israel continues to occupy five strategic locations in southern Lebanon. Aoun pointed out that Israel’s actions have hindered the full implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701 and violated the Lebanon Israel ceasefire agreement. Bellberg reiterated Germany’s commitment to supporting Lebanon and emphasized the importance of implementing reforms. Bellberg expressed that Germany is deeply concerned about the situation in Lebanon, especially the ongoing challenges in the southern region and the Lebanon Syria border area.
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