Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar has encouraged Lebanese citizens to reject what he calls ‘Iranian occupation’ and distance themselves from Hezbollah’s influence. This call comes amid Lebanon’s desire to cease being a battleground for external conflicts, as articulated by President Joseph Aoun during recent engagements with Iranian officials. The situation underscores a critical juncture for Lebanon at a time of significant political and military pressures from the region.
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar has urged the Lebanese populace to free themselves from what he describes as ‘Iranian occupation.’ His statements target the influence of Hezbollah, an Iran-backed organization in Lebanon, particularly following the funeral of Hezbollah’s leader, Hassan Nasrallah, who was killed in an Israeli airstrike last September. Sa’ar emphasized, “The choice is in the hands of Lebanon and the Lebanese people,” highlighting their agency in shaping their future.
This call to action from Israel coincides with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun’s declaration that Lebanon is weary of being the battlefield for external conflicts. Aoun expressed a desire for Lebanon to foster positive relations with Iran but hinted at a need for independence from outside influence, particularly from Tehran and Hezbollah. The ongoing tensions in Lebanon, aggravated by recent military conflicts, underscore a pivotal moment for the nation as it navigates its foreign relations and internal governance.
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