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Thursday, October 17, 2024
Macron urges Israel to halt Lebanon operations
French President Emmanuel Macron urges Israel to halt military operations in Lebanon, respect its sovereignty, and avoid expanding the conflict.
Speaking to reporters after meeting with other EU leaders at a summit in Brussels, Macron says that France stands alongside Israel for its security and existence, but this does not prevent disagreements with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.