Lebanese president renews call for full Israeli withdrawal

“Lebanese president renews call for full Israeli withdrawal Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said securing a complete Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon remains a central national objective, as the country marked Resistance and Liberation Day, which commemorates Israel’s withdrawal from southern Lebanon in 2000 after 22 years of occupation. In a statement, Aoun said this year’s anniversary comes amid continued Israeli military presence in parts of southern Lebanon and ongoing attacks. “The path to a complete Israeli withdrawal remains a steadfast national demand, one that the Lebanese state is working to achieve through negotiations,” he said. “These negotiations will not be concessions or surrenders, but rather a reaffirmation of Lebanon’s exclusive right to protect its land and sovereignty and extend its authority through its army and legitimate security forces.” Smoke rises after an Israeli strike targeting Zawtar El Charkiyeh in southern Lebanon, 24 May 2026 (AFP)

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