Lebanon continues to pursue foreign relations that support its political, economic, and security stability while maintaining a careful balance among influential regional and international actors. Key foreign policy priorities include strengthening ties with Arab states, expanding cooperation with the United States, France, and the European Union, maintaining coordination with the United Nations, and managing relations with Syria and Iran on shared political and security issues. At the same time, relations with Israel remain shaped by the ceasefire agreement and unresolved border issues, making regional developments a major factor influencing Lebanon’s foreign policy.
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Lebanon and Syria Establish Enhanced Security Coordination Mechanism
Lebanon and Syria have formalized a higher-level security coordination mechanism to combat terrorism and cross-border smuggling. Following a visit by a senior Syrian security delegation to Lebanon's Interior Ministry, both countries agreed to exchange security information directly and strengthen field coordination against arms, drug trafficking, and human smuggling networks. The agreement includes regular meetings and cooperation on border control, reopening border crossings, and facilitating the return of Syrian refugees, reflecting a significant shift toward structured bilateral security collaboration.
Source: aawsat.com
Trump Commits to Restrain Netanyahu and Support Lebanese Army Expansion
During a Washington summit, U.S. President Donald Trump pledged to Lebanese President Michel Aoun to restrain Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and prevent escalation. Trump expressed readiness to support the Lebanese Army by sending a military mission to assess its needs and enhance cooperation. The U.S. also showed openness to expanding the geographic scope of experimental zones in southern Lebanon, including currently occupied towns, contingent on verification of Lebanese Army control and absence of unauthorized armed groups. Upcoming meetings aim to finalize these expansions.
Source: www.elnashra.com