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Trump, Lebanese President Discuss Israel-Lebanon Framework Agreement ... US President Donald Trump and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun held a telephonic conversation to discuss the recently signed Washington-brokered framework agreement between Lebanon and Israel. In a post on X, the Lebanese President said that during the call, Trump congratulated Aoun on the signing of the agreement, describing it as a vital step toward restoring security and stability in the region. "President General Joseph Aoun received a phone call last night from US President Donald Trump, in which he congratulated him on signing the framework agreement between Lebanon and Israel under the auspices of the United States of America, affirming his country's support for Lebanon and the Lebanese people, and working to provide everything necessary to implement the agreement's provisions to restore security and stability to Lebanon," he wrote. Breaking It Down What recent clashes occurred between Israel and Hezbollah? How did Trump describe his conversations with Netanyahu and Hezbollah? What challenges does the ceasefire face according to recent reports? Created with AI. During the call, Trump reaffirmed his admin…

Lebanon’s Aoun tells Trump state will assume responsibility for implementing Israel deal Lebanon’s president Joseph Aoun told his US counterpart Donald Trump on Saturday that the Lebanese state will assume responsibility for implementing a recent agreement reached with Israel, his office said.For all the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app.Aoun “said the Lebanese state would assume its responsibilities in implementing the framework agreement and expressed hope that the United States would help prevent any violations of the deal and ensure that all commitments are fulfilled, notably by pressuring Israel to withdraw from the areas it occupies in southern Lebanon to facilitate the deployment of the Lebanese army up to the international border,” Aoun’s office said in a statement.At the end of the call, Trump said he looked forward to meeting Aoun in Washington soon, the statement said.Read more: Hezbollah rejects US-brokered Israel-Lebanon security deal as ‘surrender’

President Aoun calls on US to back Lebanon after Israel agreement Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Saturday urged the United States to stand by his country after a recent US-backed framework deal with Israel aiming to end hostilities permanently after the latest Israel-Hezbollah war. The deal reached in Washington calls for the disarmament of Hezbollah, a gradual Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon and the deployment of the Lebanese army there, starting with two "pilot" areas. Hezbollah has rejected the deal, which does not set a timetable for an Israeli withdrawal. In a congratulatory message to President Donald Trump marking the United States' 250th anniversary of independence, Aoun urged Washington to "keep always standing beside Lebanon's right and just causes, its institutions, army and people". Aoun expressed hope that Lebanon could "turn the page on wars... and open a new page of hope, peace and stability". In a message also marking the independence anniversary, the US embassy in Lebanon said on X that "it is with great pride that we stand with the people of Lebanon as they forge a brighter future — one of peace, prosperity, and promise long overdue". Israel’s L…

Trump says he is ready to invite Joseph Aoun to the White House LEBANON Trump says he is ready to invite Joseph Aoun to the White House L'OLJ / 22 November 2025 11:35 Lire cet article en français U.S. President Donald Trump and New York’s mayor-elect, Zohran Mamdani, speak to the press during their meeting in the Oval Office at the White House in Washington, on Nov. 21, 2025. (Credit: Jonathan Ernst/Reuters) U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday, during a press conference, that he may invite his Lebanese counterpart, Joseph Aoun, to the White House. This statement comes as the visits to the United States of the commander-in-chief of the Lebanese Army, General Rodolph Haykal, were canceled earlier in the week due to Washington’s “exasperation.” The Lebanese Army is accused by the United States and Israel of stalling in the process of disarming Hezbollah. “Hezbollah has been a problem. We are working with Lebanon. We are working with everyone in the Middle East. That is another point we have in common. We want to see peace in the Middle East and, in fact, we now have, for the first time in 3,000 years, peace in the Middle East, and we are now going to refine it. I think you are…

Trump-Aoun Meeting: Lebanon Peace Talks at White House Jfeed Staff APR 20, 2026 09:52 2 min read Start the conversation The regional diplomatic landscape shifted again Monday as reports emerged of an upcoming high-level meeting between President Donald Trump and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun . While a specific date and location have yet to be confirmed, the news signals a rapid acceleration of the peace process initiated by the White House. The report follows a high-stakes phone call last week between the two leaders , during which Trump informed Aoun that a ceasefire was "expected to be announced within hours." The Lebanese presidency later confirmed that Trump expressed a firm commitment to Lebanon 's request for a swift cessation of hostilities. Shortly after that call, Trump officially announced the ceasefire via his social media platform, Truth Social, and laid out a historic vision for regional reconciliation. Trump has explicitly stated his intention to host both President Aoun and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the White House. He characterized the move as a return to the negotiating table for the first time in 43 years. Ready for more? Subscribe Ready for m…

Lebanon’s President Urges US Support as Washington Pushes Israel-Hezbollah Peace Framework https://www.europesays.com/iran/190393/ Joseph Aoun calls for continued American backing as ceasefire holds, while Hezbollah rejects US-backed disarmament proposal and Israeli…

US Ambassador to Beirut Stresses Importance of Aoun-Trump Meeting US Ambassador to Lebanon Michel Issa reiterated on Monday the importance of President Joseph Aoun visiting the United States, saying it should not be viewed as “defeat”. He also underlined his efforts to achieve rapprochement between various Lebanese officials, meeting with parliament Speaker Nabih Berri and Maronite Patriarch Beshara al-Rahi. Sources close to the presidency told Asharq Al-Awsat that Aoun has not received an invitation to visit the US. They added that a meeting between Aoun and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is not on the table at the moment. They instead said that a third meeting between Lebanese and Israeli ambassadors to the US is expected to be held in Washington this week. In Beirut, Issa met with Berri for talks on the developments in Lebanon and the region, said a statement from the speaker’s office. The ambassador left the meeting without making any statement. After meeting with al-Rahi, Issa said a meeting between Aoun and US President Donald Trump must not be seen as a “defeat” for Lebanon. He explained that instead, Aoun could visit Washington and clearly present his positions …

Aoun tells Trump state will assume responsibility for implementing ... President Joseph Aoun told his U.S. counterpart Donald Trump on Saturday that the Lebanese state will assume responsibility for implementing a recent agreement reached with Israel, his office said. Aoun "said the Lebanese state would assume its responsibilities in implementing the framework agreement and expressed hope that the United States would help prevent any violations of the deal and ensure that all commitments are fulfilled, notably by pressuring Israel to withdraw from the areas it occupies in southern Lebanon to facilitate the deployment of the Lebanese Army up to the international border," Aoun's office said in a statement. At the end of the call, Trump said he looked forward to meeting Aoun in Washington soon, the statement said. قال عضو هيئة رئاسة البرلمان الإيراني، علي رضا سليمي، في أحد برامج هيئة الإذاعة والتلفزيون الإيرانية، إن إيران ليست وحدها في الحرب، وإن لبنان يُعد جزءًا من ساحة الصراع، مضيفًا أن “لبنان يشكل عمقًا استراتيجيًا لإيران”. وأضاف: “إذا لم يقاتل “الحزب” في بيروت، فسنضطر بلا شك إلى مواجهة الجنود الإسرائيليين على حدود طهران وكرمانشاه وأماكن أخرى”. وأكد: “هذه قضية حيوية وجدية بال…

Lebanon’s president urges US solidarity as Israeli troops occupy south Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Saturday urged the United States to stand by his country, after reaching a US-backed framework deal with Israel aiming to permanently end hostilities after the latest Israel-Hezbollah war. The deal reached in Washington calls for the disarmament of Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah, a gradual Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon and the deployment of the Lebanese army there, starting with two “pilot” areas. Hezbollah has rejected the deal, which does not...

Aoun presses Trump to force Israeli withdrawal after pact signed Aoun presses Trump to force Israeli withdrawal after pact signed Lebanese President Joseph Aoun speaks with US President Donald Trump, requesting US pressure on Israel to withdraw forces following new agreement. Israel National News Jun 28, 2026, 6:59 AM (GMT+3) Lebanon Donald Trump Lebanon-Israel Joseph Aoun Israel-Lebanon MOU 1 minutes Joseph Aoun and Donald Trump Reuters, White House Photo by Daniel Torok US President Donald Trump held a phone conversation with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Saturday evening to discuss the American-mediated framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon, CNN reported. While the White House has not officially confirmed the diplomatic call or issued a summary of the discussion, the Lebanese presidency published an Arabic-language readout of the exchange on social media, indicating that the American leader conveyed strong support for the nation's stabilizing efforts. According to the post, Trump “emphasized his country’s support for Lebanon and the Lebanese people, indicating he is working to provide everything necessary to implement the agreement’s provisions of restoring securit…

Print: Aoun tells Trump state will assume responsibility for ... President Joseph Aoun told his U.S. counterpart Donald Trump on Saturday that the Lebanese state will assume responsibility for implementing a recent agreement reached with Israel, his office said. Aoun "said the Lebanese state would assume its responsibilities in implementing the framework agreement and expressed hope that the United States would help prevent any violations of the deal and ensure that all commitments are fulfilled, notably by pressuring Israel to withdraw from the areas it occupies in southern Lebanon to facilitate the deployment of the Lebanese Army up to the international border," Aoun's office said in a statement. At the end of the call, Trump said he looked forward to meeting Aoun in Washington soon, the statement said.

Lebanon's Aoun calls for sustained US support after peace deal <p><strong>• Lebanese president urges Washington to ‘keep standing’ by Lebanon’s institutions, army and people<br>• Ceasefire holds unevenly as Israeli strikes continue in the south</strong></p> <p>BEIRUT: Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Saturday urged the United States to stand by his country after a recent US-backed <a href="https://www.dawn.com/news/2011097">framework deal</a> with Israel aiming to permanently end hostilities after the latest Israel-Hezbollah war.</p> <p>The deal reached in Washington calls for the disarmament of Hezbollah, a gradual Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon and the deployment of the Lebanese army there, starting with two “pilot” areas.</p> <p>Hezbollah has rejected the deal, which does not set a timetable for an Israeli withdrawal.</p> <p>In a congratulatory message to President Donald Trump marking the United States’ 250th <a href="https://www.dawn.com/news/2012911">anniversary</a> of independence, Aoun urged Washington to “keep always standing beside Lebanon’s right and just causes, its institutions, army and people”.</p> <p>Aoun expressed hope that Lebanon could “turn the page …

Lebanese president urges US to 'keep standing' by country Lebanese President Joseph Aoun Saturday urged the US to stand by his country after a recent US-backed framework deal with Israel aiming to permanently end hostilities after the latest Israel-Hezbollah war. The deal reached in Washington calls for the disarmament of Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah, a gradual Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon and the deployment of the Lebanese army there, starting with two "pilot" areas. Hezbollah has rejected the deal, which does not set a timetable for an Israeli withdrawal. In a congratulatory message to President Donald Trump marking the United States' 250th anniversary of independence, Aoun urged Washington to "keep always standing beside Lebanon's right and just causes, its institutions, army and people". Aoun expressed hope that Lebanon could "turn the page on wars... and open a new page of hope, peace and stability". In a message also marking the independence anniversary, the US embassy in Lebanon said on X that "it is with great pride that we stand with the people of Lebanon as they forge a brighter future — one of peace, prosperity, and promise long overdue". Hezbo…

Netanyahu and Lebanese President visit the White House, Trump: Historic ... April 16, 2026 22:51 Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun will visit the White House, where they will also meet with US President Donald Trump. According to international media, this visit is expected to take place within the next 4-5 days. "It will be the first time in 44 years that they have met," Trump told reporters. What does the agreement provide? Details of the agreement were published by the US State Department. According to her, Israel and Lebanon will implement a 10-day ceasefire in order to allow negotiations to take place with the aim of a final security and peace agreement, leaving open the possibility that this period could be extended by mutual agreement. Once the ceasefire goes into effect, the Lebanese government will take specific measures to prevent any attacks by Hezbollah or other armed groups operating on Lebanese soil against Israel, the State Department said in a statement. At the same time, it is clarified that Israel "reserves the right to take at any time all necessary measures for its defense." According to the US State Department…

Lebanese president pledges to implement framework agreement with Israel ... Lebanese president pledges to implement framework agreement with Israel in call with Trump By IANS | Updated: June 28, 2026 06:50 IST 2026-06-28T06:48:58+5:30 2026-06-28T06:50:14+5:30 Preferred on Preferred on Next Beirut, June 28 Lebanese President Joseph Aoun pledged that the Lebanese state would assume its responsibilities in implementing ... Lebanese president pledges to implement framework agreement with Israel in call with Trump Beirut, June 28 Lebanese President Joseph Aoun pledged that the Lebanese state would assume its responsibilities in implementing the US-brokered framework agreement between Lebanon and Israel during a phone call with US President Donald Trump late Saturday, according to a statement from the Lebanese presidency. Aoun also expressed hope that the United States would help prevent violations of the agreement and ensure that all commitments reached under the deal are fulfilled, particularly by pressing Israel to withdraw from the areas it occupies in southern Lebanon to facilitate the deployment of the Lebanese army up to the internationally recognised border. Trump reaffirmed Was…

Lebanese President Urges US to 'Keep Standing' by Country Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Saturday urged the United States to stand by his country after a recent US-backed framework deal with Israel aiming to permanently end hostilities after the latest Israel-Hezbollah war. The deal reached in Washington calls for the disarmament of Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah, a gradual Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon and the deployment of the Lebanese army there, starting with two "pilot" areas. Hezbollah has rejected the deal, which does not set a timetable for an Israeli withdrawal. In a congratulatory message to President Donald Trump marking the United States' 250th anniversary of independence, Aoun urged Washington to "keep always standing beside Lebanon's right and just causes, its institutions, army and people". Aoun expressed hope that Lebanon could "turn the page on wars... and open a new page of hope, peace and stability". In a message also marking the independence anniversary, the US embassy in Lebanon said on X that "it is with great pride that we stand with the people of Lebanon as they forge a brighter future -- one of peace, prosperity, and promise long overdu…

Trump Invites Israel, Lebanon Leaders for Negotiations at WH Trump Says He’s Hosting White House Peace Talks Between Netanyahu and President of Lebanon: ‘Both Sides Want to See PEACE’ Zoe Engels Apr 16th, 2026, 12:49 pm Share X Facebook Copy Link AP Photo/Jose Luis Magana President Donald Trump announced he has invited Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun for “meaningful talks” at the White House as “both sides want to see PEACE.” Trump took to Truth Social on Thursday morning to reveal that Netanyahu and Aoun had agreed to a 10-day ceasefire, set to begin later this afternoon, following a meeting brokered by Secretary of State Marco Rubio . “I just had excellent conversations with the Highly Respected President Joseph Aoun, of Lebanon, and Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu, of Israel,” he wrote . “These two Leaders have agreed that in order to achieve PEACE between their Countries, they will formally begin a 10 Day CEASEFIRE at 5 P.M. EST. On Tuesday, the two Countries met for the first time in 34 years here in Washington, D.C., with our Great Secretary of State, Marco Rubio.” In the post, the president built off familiar rhetoric from fall 20…

Lebanese president urges US to keep standing by Lebanon For the latest news and features from Malaysia and the rest of the world. BEIRUT: Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Saturday urged the United States to stand by his country after a recent US-backed framework deal with Israel aiming to permanently end hostilities after the latest Israel-Hezbollah war. The deal reached in Washington calls for the disarmament of Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah, a gradual Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon and the deployment of the Lebanese army there, starting with two “pilot” areas. Hezbollah has rejected the deal, which does not set a timetable for an Israeli withdrawal. In a congratulatory message to President Donald Trump marking the United States’ 250th anniversary of independence, Aoun urged Washington to “keep always standing beside Lebanon’s right and just causes, its institutions, army and people”. Aoun expressed hope that Lebanon could “turn the page on wars… and open a new page of hope, peace and stability”. In a message also marking the independence anniversary, the US embassy in Lebanon said on X that “it is with great pride that we stand with the people of Lebanon …

Lebanon’s Aoun says expects positive outcomes from Trump meeting Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said on Tuesday he expects his upcoming visit to Washington and meeting with US President Donald Trump to yield positive results, expressing optimism over US support for efforts to end Israel’s attacks on Lebanon.Aoun said he expects positive outcomes from his trip to the United States, where he is scheduled to meet Trump during his first official visit to the White House since taking office.For all the latest headlines, follow our Google News channel online or via the app.The Lebanese president said the United States supports efforts to find a permanent solution to Israel’s attacks on Lebanon.Aoun also defended his decision to pursue negotiations, saying he chose dialogue to prevent Lebanon from being “dragged into the abyss” in service of another country’s interests.The majority of people, including from the Shia sect, support negotiations between Lebanon and Israel, he said.Aoun’s remarks come ahead of his White House meeting with Trump, where

Lebanon's Aoun hopes US will press Israel to withdraw from southern areas BEIRUT: ‌Lebanese President Joseph Aoun told US President Donald Trump that he hoped Washington would help prevent violations of ‌a framework ‌agreement with ‌Israel ⁠and ensure agreed commitments ⁠are fulfilled, particularly by pressing Israel to withdraw from ⁠occupied areas in ‌southern Lebanon, ‌the Lebanese ‌presidency said ‌on Saturday.Aoun also told Trump in a phone ‌call that Lebanon would assume its ⁠responsibilities ⁠in implementing the framework agreement, the presidency added in a statement.Aoun “said the Lebanese state would assume its responsibilities in implementing the framework agreement and expressed hope that the United States would help prevent any violations of the deal and ensure that all commitments are fulfilled, notably by pressuring Israel to withdraw from the areas it occupies in southern Lebanon to facilitate the deployment of the Lebanese army up to the international border,” Aoun’s office said in a statement.At the end of the call, Trump said he looked forward to meeting Aoun in Washington soon, the statement said.Lebanon, Israel and the United States on Friday signed a trilater…

Lebanon president tells US commander will exert sovereignty over all country's territory <p>Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun on Monday told the head of US forces in the Middle East that Beirut intended to assert its sovereignty over the entire country, with the army deployed right up to the Israeli border.</p><p>Aoun met Admiral Brad Cooper, the head of US Central Command, to discuss the Washington-brokered agreement signed last week by Israel and Lebanon aimed at a peace deal.</p><p>Cooper also met Lebanon's army chief Rodolphe Haykal, with the discussions addressing "the latest developments in Lebanon and the region", the army said in a statement.</p>