Lebanese President Aoun asks Trump to keep backing Lebanon for peace
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Lebanese President Michel Aoun congratulated U.S. President Donald Trump on America's Independence Day.
- Aoun emphasized the ancient and deeply rooted relationship between Lebanon and the United States.
- He urged Trump to continue supporting Lebanon's institutions and people to foster peace and stability, moving past conflict.
On the occasion of America's 250th Independence Day, Lebanese President Michel Aoun extended congratulations to U.S. President Donald Trump, expressing wishes for continued success and prosperity for the American people. Aoun highlighted the enduring and profound connection between Lebanon and the United States, describing their relationship as ancient and built upon shared human and social principles.
There is no doubt that the relationship between Lebanon and the United States of America is ancient and deeply rooted, as old as the human and social principles and values โโthat have united their visions.
President Aoun noted that the current relationship is being revitalized, attributing this to Trump's determination to restore stability and security in the Middle East, with a particular focus on Lebanon. He conveyed appreciation for these efforts, underscoring the importance of U.S. engagement in the region.
Today, this relationship is being revitalized thanks to your determination and tireless efforts to restore stability and security to the Middle East in general, and to Lebanon in particular.
In his message, Aoun made a direct appeal for sustained American support for Lebanon's causes, institutions, army, and people. He expressed a strong desire to "turn the page on wars, tragedies, and suffering" and to usher in a new era defined by hope, peace, and stability for Lebanon.
While we appreciate your efforts in this regard, we call upon you to continue your unwavering support for Lebanon's just and righteous causes, and for its institutions, army, and people, so that we may turn the page on wars, tragedies, and suffering, and open a new chapter of hope, peace and stability.
Originally published by Naharnet in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.