On Tuesday, July 21st, 2026, US President Donald Trump vowed to provide substantial support to Lebanon during a meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun. Aoun appealed for Washington's backing in a delicate initiative aimed at disarming Hezbollah and establishing a path toward peace with Israel.
Reporting from Jerusalem, FRANCE 24's Noga Tarnopolsky described the meeting between Aoun and Trump as "a slap in the face" for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, highlighting the geopolitical sensitivities involved.
The discussions underscore Lebanon's fragile security situation and the complex regional dynamics involving Hezbollah and Israel. Trump’s commitment signals continued US involvement in Lebanon’s military and peace efforts.
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