Aoun and Macron discuss regional, southern Lebanon developments in phone call

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun spoke with French President Emmanuel Macron by phone to discuss regional developments and the escalating situation in southern Lebanon. The call, announced by the presidency on Sunday, also covered the outcomes of Aoun's recent official visit to the United States.

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Aoun also updated Macron on his recent visit to Washington, the presidency said Sunday in a post on the X platform.

During the conversation, Aoun provided Macron with details from his talks in Washington, which included meetings with U.S. President Donald Trump and other senior American officials. The discussions in the U.S. centered on the situation in Lebanon, a roadmap for a post-framework agreement, and the implementation of its key points.

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During the call, Aoun briefed Macron on the outcomes of his recent official visit to the United States, including his talks with U.S. President Donald Trump and senior American officials, which focused on the situation in Lebanon, the post-framework agreement roadmap, and the execution of its core points.

The leaders addressed the heightened tensions along the southern Lebanese border, citing continued Israeli strikes on towns and villages. They stressed the critical need to cease these attacks and strictly adhere to a ceasefire. The conversation also touched upon future arrangements concerning the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) mandate in the south, underscoring the importance of ongoing international engagement for regional stability. Presidents Aoun and Macron committed to maintaining close communication as events progress.

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The two leaders addressed the escalating tensions in southern Lebanon due to continued Israeli strikes on several border towns and villages.