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Lebanon rejects foreign interference, president tells Iran official

Lebanon rejects foreign interference, president tells Iran official

Summary

Lebanon's president informed a high-ranking Iranian official that Lebanon does not welcome foreign interference in its internal matters, specifically addressing comments by Iran on disarming Hezbollah. The conversation occurred after Lebanon announced plans to disarm Hezbollah by 2025. Iran, represented by Ali Larijani, maintained opposition to the disarmament plan and emphasized its stance on non-interference.

Key Facts

  • Lebanon's president rejects foreign interference in the country's internal affairs.
  • Lebanon has criticized Iran's comments on disarming Hezbollah.
  • Lebanon plans to disarm Hezbollah by the end of 2025.
  • Ali Larijani, a senior Iranian official, visited Lebanon shortly after the disarmament announcement.
  • Iran opposed Lebanon's plan to disarm the group.
  • Larijani stated Iran respects decisions made by the Lebanese government and emphasized non-interference.
  • Hezbollah supporters showed public support for Larijani during his visit.
  • The Lebanese government aims to handle foreign relations on a state-to-state basis, shifting from previous practices.
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