Only Trump can compel Israel to end war, Lebanese speaker says

Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri described the ongoing situation in southern Lebanon as "intolerable," suggesting it might even exceed the "crimes and massacres" occurring in Gaza. He placed the onus on the United States, and specifically President Donald Trump, to force Israel to cease its military operations.

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what the South is experiencing is intolerable and may even surpass the crimes and massacres perpetrated in Gaza.

Berri told a delegation from the American Task Force on Lebanon (ATFL) that Trump is the only figure capable of compelling Israel to end its war, implement a ceasefire, and withdraw its forces to the international border. "Only then can I guarantee the immediate deployment of the Lebanese Army in the area south of the Litani River," Berri stated.

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The United States is the only country, and President Donald Trump is the only one capable of compelling Israel to end its war, cease fire, and withdraw to the international border in the South.

He emphasized that the Lebanese Army would be the sole entity responsible for security in the region. Berri also affirmed that the army would be the only armed presence, ensuring stability for residents who wish to return and rebuild their homes. The Speaker highlighted the residents' desire for the Lebanese Army to safeguard their security and stability.

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Only then can I guarantee the immediate deployment of the Lebanese Army in the area south of the Litani River.