Lebanese president holds Vatican talks amid security concerns and stalled Lebanon-Israel discussions
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun met Pope Leo, with security issues reportedly central to the talks. Lebanon is also seeking Vatican support and has received a French invitation for discussions on army support, while Rome talks are planned on the future of UN peacekeepers in Lebanon.
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The discussions concern Lebanon’s security, military support and the future of an international peacekeeping presence amid stalled Lebanon-Israel talks.
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