Beirut: President of the Republic, Joseph Aoun, on Monday discussed with US Ambassador Michel Issa the latest developments related to the third Lebanese-American-Israeli meeting scheduled to take place in Washington later this week. Aoun stressed the need to pressure Israel to halt ceasefire violations, military operations and the demolition and bulldozing of homes.

According to National News Agency - Lebanon, the discussions between President Aoun and Ambassador Issa focused on the critical importance of addressing ongoing regional tensions. Aoun emphasized that the upcoming talks in Washington present a vital opportunity to urge the United States to exert influence on Israel to stop actions that threaten the fragile peace in the region. The President highlighted that without a cessation of hostile activities, lasting peace and stability would remain elusive.

The meeting between Aoun and Issa is part of a broader diplomatic effort to address the ongoing conflict dynamics affecting Lebanon and its neighbors. The discussions are expected to shape the agenda of the trilateral meeting in Washington, where Lebanese, American, and Israeli representatives will engage in talks aimed at reducing tensions and fostering a more stable environment in the region.