Caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati issued the following statement:
"Once again, French President Emmanuel Macron expresses his support for Lebanon and stands by the Lebanese people in facing the crises that affect them. His announcement yesterday about holding an international conference to support Lebanon this month in France is clear evidence of this support.
The attack by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on President Macron, simply for calling to "halt the supply of weapons to Israel for fighting in Gaza and considering that the priority should be a political solution instead of continuing the war," underscores the validity of the French position. President Macron's statements eloquently reflect the noble humanitarian values that France, and President Macron personally, uphold in advocating for justice, halting violence, and seeking peaceful solutions that prevent the specter of wars and killings. It is not surprising that this stance is met with clear hostility from Netanyahu, who brings shame upon humanity as a whole.
In Lebanon, we have appreciated President Macron's honorable positions in supporting Lebanon's stability and sovereignty, as well as his tireless efforts to stop the ongoing Israeli aggression against our people and land. We reiterate our support for the joint call issued by France and the United States, backed by the European Union and various Arab and foreign countries, and we demand pressure on Israel to adhere to the ceasefire and implement Resolution 1701 immediately."
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