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Lebanon Pledges to End Israel-Hezbollah War

Lebanon Pledges to End Israel-Hezbollah War

From Utusan Malaysia · (2d ago) Malay

Translated from Malay, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

TLDR

  • Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced efforts to halt the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah.
  • The announcement follows Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's visit to southern Lebanon.
  • Lebanon aims to secure the withdrawal of Israeli forces and rebuild destroyed villages and cities.

Beirut – In a significant development for regional stability, Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has declared the government's commitment to ending the ongoing conflict with Israel and securing the full withdrawal of Israeli forces from Lebanese territory.

This declaration comes in the wake of a high-profile visit by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to southern Lebanon, a move that has heightened tensions in an already volatile region. Prime Minister Salam's statement underscores Lebanon's unwavering resolve to reclaim its occupied lands and ensure the safety and security of its citizens.

We will continue to strive to stop this war, ensure Israel's withdrawal from all our territories and return all prisoners.

— Nawaf SalamLebanese Prime Minister, stating the government's objectives regarding the conflict with Israel.

The Lebanese government is not only focused on de-escalation but also on the monumental task of reconstruction. Prime Minister Salam pledged to rebuild the villages and cities that have been devastated by the conflict, signaling a commitment to recovery and resilience in the face of adversity.

This initiative represents Lebanon's persistent efforts to achieve lasting peace and sovereignty, emphasizing the need for a diplomatic resolution that respects international law and territorial integrity. The nation stands united in its pursuit of a secure and prosperous future, free from external aggression.

We will also rebuild the destroyed villages and cities and ensure...

— Nawaf SalamLebanese Prime Minister, outlining plans for post-conflict reconstruction.
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Originally published by Utusan Malaysia in Malay. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.