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Berri during his call with Macron: We emphasize Lebanon’s official position in calling for an immediate ceasefire, deployment of army to international borders as per Resolution 1701


A phone call took place today between French President Emmanuel Macron and House Speaker Nabih Berri, during which they discussed the current situation prevailing in Lebanon and the political efforts aimed at stopping Israel’s aggression.

The Parliament Speaker stressed the official Lebanese position adopted by the Lebanese government, in calling for an immediate ceasefire and the deployment of the Lebanese army to the international borders, in implementation of UN Resolution # 1701.

The call also touched on the appreciated efforts made by France to hold an international conference to support Lebanon in overcoming the humanitarian crisis resulting from the displacement of more than 1.2 million Lebanese and help Lebanon provide relief to them.

Speaker Berri renewed his gratitude to France and its President for “the exerted efforts at various levels to support Lebanon and its people in this ordeal.”

Source: National News Agency – Lebanon