Trump to allow direct US flights to Lebanon after 41-year halt
Summary
President Donald Trump announced that American airlines can resume direct flights to Lebanon after more than 40 years. This decision came after a meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, who visited Washington to discuss peace and stability in Lebanon amid regional conflicts.Key Facts
- Direct US-Lebanon flights were stopped in 1985 after a plane hijacking.
- President Trump said US airlines can now fly directly to Lebanon again.
- Lebanese President Joseph Aoun visited the White House, his first visit since 2009.
- The meeting focused on promoting peace following recent conflict involving Israel and Hezbollah.
- Trump promised to help Lebanon but gave no specific details.
- Lebanon wants Israeli troops to leave parts of southern Lebanon and seek more military support.
- Trump said Israel is working on redeploying its forces from Lebanon.
- The US is also concerned about Iran’s role in regional conflicts but is not currently seeking talks with Iranian leaders.
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