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FM Rajji says Syria ready to cooperate for land border demarcation
FM Rajji says Syria ready to cooperate for land border demarcation

Nahar Net

timea day ago

  • Politics
  • Nahar Net

FM Rajji says Syria ready to cooperate for land border demarcation

by Naharnet Newsdesk 01 July 2025, 14:21 Syria is now ready to work on land demarcation with Lebanon, Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Rajji said Tuesday. Rajji said Lebanon has received "secret documents" from France of a French demarcation of the Lebanese-Syrian border that would help the two countries demarcate their land borders. "The new Syrian administration recognizes Lebanon as an independent state, unlike previous administrations especially the Bashar al-Assad regime," Rajji said.

Report: Hezbollah stance on Lebanese paper expected within 2 days
Report: Hezbollah stance on Lebanese paper expected within 2 days

Nahar Net

time2 days ago

  • Politics
  • Nahar Net

Report: Hezbollah stance on Lebanese paper expected within 2 days

by Naharnet Newsdesk 30 June 2025, 15:10 The Lebanese response to U.S. envoy Tom Barrack's proposal calls for Israeli withdrawal from one or two occupied hills in return for the start of the handover of Hezbollah's arms in the areas north of the Litani River, Al-Jadeed TV quoted Lebanese officials as saying. Israel would eventually fully withdraw from south Lebanon, the sources added. Visitors of Ain el-Tineh and the Grand Serail meanwhile said that Speaker Nabih Berri has relayed this format to Hezbollah and that he is expected to obtain the Iran-backed party's response within two days. But political sources told Al-Jadeed that Hezbollah is waiting for the final format in order to submit its remarks on it in the weekend. Media reports meanwhile said Prime Minister Nawaf Salam had visited Berri on Saturday after a decision was made to hold a special Cabinet session after the Ashoura holiday for approving a mechanism for monopolizing arms in the state's hands. 'Should the paper be agreed on by the three presidents (Joseph Aoun, Berri and Salam), it will be discussed in Cabinet for approval, and it includes three main topics: the file of Hezbollah's arms and illegal weapons, the file of reforms and the file of Lebanese-Syrian relations,' the reports said. 'If the paper gets approved, it will be handed to the U.S. envoy so that he carries it to Israel and Syria according to the segment related to each country,' the reports added.

LAF Patrol Comes Under Fire While Pursuing a Weapons and Drug Smuggler
LAF Patrol Comes Under Fire While Pursuing a Weapons and Drug Smuggler

Lebanese Army

time3 days ago

  • Lebanese Army

LAF Patrol Comes Under Fire While Pursuing a Weapons and Drug Smuggler

Thursday, 26 June 2025 The LAF Command - Directorate of Orientation issued the following statement: On 26/6/2025, while a LAF unit, supported by a patrol from the Directorate of Intelligence, was pursuing the citizen (M.N.) as he was smuggling a quantity of drugs, weapons, and military ammunition using a pickup truck near the Lebanese-Syrian border in Sharbin – Hermel, the suspect opened fire at the patrol members. They returned fire, resulting in the vehicle catching fire and the ammunition inside exploding, which also caused a blaze in the area. Civil Defense units worked to extinguish the fire. Efforts are ongoing to apprehend the wanted individual.

President Aoun and UK defence advisor discuss UNIFIL renewal
President Aoun and UK defence advisor discuss UNIFIL renewal

MTV Lebanon

time25-06-2025

  • Politics
  • MTV Lebanon

President Aoun and UK defence advisor discuss UNIFIL renewal

President of the Republic Joseph Aoun told the UK Defence Senior Advisor to the Middle East and North Africa (DSAME) Vice Admiral Edward Ahlgren, that "Lebanon considers the extension of the mandate of UNIFIL force operating in south Lebanon, a key factor in maintaining stability and security on the southern Lebanese border. Therefore, Lebanon places great hopes on the support of UN Security Council member states, including Britain, to ensure that the extension is passed on time without any obstacles.' President Aoun on Wednesday met at Baabda Palace, with the UK Defence Senior Advisor to the Middle East and North Africa (DSAME) Vice Admiral Edward Ahlgren, in the presence of British Ambassador to Lebanon, Hamish Cowell. President Aoun stressed that "UNIFIL's presence in the south of the Litani River greatly assists in implementing UN Resolution 1701, especially since cooperation between the Lebanese Army and the international force is based on continuous coordination in accordance with the provisions of relevant international resolutions." Aoun pointed out that "Israel's continued occupation of the five hills and their surroundings continues to hinder the Lebanese army's full deployment to the southern border,' noting 'wherever the Lebanese army has deployed south of the Litani River, the Lebanese state's decision on the eclusivity of arms, has been implemented, and all armed manifestations have been removed." President Aoun and the UK official held a tour d'horizon on current regional developments and the post-ceasefire period between the Islamic Republic of Iran and Israel, as well as the situation in southern Lebanon and on the Lebanese-Syrian border.

The LAF Commander Visits Several Units Deployed in the Western Bekaa
The LAF Commander Visits Several Units Deployed in the Western Bekaa

Lebanese Army

time24-06-2025

  • Politics
  • Lebanese Army

The LAF Commander Visits Several Units Deployed in the Western Bekaa

Monday, 23 June 2025 On Monday, June 23, 2025, the Lebanese Armed Forces Commander General Rodolph Haykal visited the command of the 3rd Infantry Brigade in Joub Jannine, where he met with the officers and the soldiers. He praised their success in ensuring the security of the municipal and mayoral elections, commending their outstanding performance in maintaining stability despite the delicate situation in the region. He also listened to a briefing on the tasks executed in the area of responsibility and visited the Bayader El Aadas – Rashaya post. The LAF Commander emphasized that the efforts of the military personnel, regardless of their ranks and roles, contribute to safeguarding the nation and protecting the Lebanese people's security from the current crises. He added, "The military institution will continue to fulfill its responsibilities and will not back down regardless of the challenges." Additionally, General Haykal visited the command of the 3rd Land Border Regiment in Aita El Foukhar, where he received a briefing on the regiment's missions. He addressed the officers and soldiers, stating, "Your efforts in maintaining security are significant, as security is the foundation for the stability necessary to boost the economy and enhance confidence in Lebanon. We must continue to sacrifice and exhibit determination and resolve in the face of difficulties." He concluded by noting that the Command is making diligent efforts to improve the conditions of military personnel and is in continuous communication with the relevant parties in the Lebanese state. He also visited the Idris Castle center near the Lebanese-Syrian border, emphasizing the importance of soldiers' role in monitoring and securing the borders.

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