Berri Wants Ceasefire and Withdrawal, Regardless of Source

Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri expressed his hopes for a productive meeting between Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and U.S. President Donald Trump, scheduled for Tuesday. Berri conveyed that his primary concern is achieving a genuine resolution for Lebanon, irrespective of its origin.

Despite criticisms from Hezbollah and Amal regarding a prior framework agreement from Israeli-Lebanese direct talks, Berri told al-Afdal News that the ultimate goal remains the liberation of Lebanon and the safeguarding of its rights. This stance underscores a pragmatic approach to negotiations, prioritizing national interests above specific diplomatic frameworks.

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what matters is liberating Lebanon and securing its rights.

Berri also revealed that President Aoun had consulted with him prior to his departure for Washington. During their conversation, Aoun briefed Berri on the visit's agenda and sought his counsel. Berri urged Aoun to firmly advocate for a consolidated ceasefire and a complete Israeli withdrawal from the occupied southern territories of Lebanon.

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He urged him to insist on consolidating the ceasefire and ensuring a full Israeli withdrawal from the occupied southern territories.