Aoun seeks halt, return

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said that ending Israeli attacks, protecting civilians and ensuring the safe return of southern residents to their villages are priorities. He warned of the potential humanitarian consequences of UNIFIL’s gradual withdrawal at the end of the year. During a meeting with the International Committee of the Red Cross, he stressed the importance of maintaining the presence of humanitarian organizations and coordinating with state institutions to assist residents. Aoun also pledged to support farmers in the south and facilitate their access to their land, as well as their ability to produce and export. He announced $7.5 million in aid, followed by $40 million to provide 1,500 plastic greenhouses and 50 water pumps. He said Lebanon was continuing its contacts with the United States to pressure Israel, and with Syria to facilitate the transport of Lebanese produce through its territory.

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