In Beirut, Iran's FM calls for ‘new chapter' in ties during talks with Lebanese counterpart
Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Rajji received his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araghchi in Beirut, with discussions focusing on regional and international developments, including ongoing negotiations over Iran's nuclear file.
The meeting also served to explore ways to strengthen Lebanese-Iranian ties through constructive cooperation and mutual respect for each country's sovereignty.
Described as a 'frank and direct exchange,' the talks saw Rajji emphasize Lebanon's hope that Iran will continue to support the country's security and stability amid mounting challenges.
He stressed the importance of bolstering Lebanon's diplomatic efforts to reclaim occupied territories, halt ongoing Israeli violations, and reinforce state sovereignty by ensuring that arms remain under the control of official institutions.
Rajji also underlined the need for international assistance to flow exclusively through the Lebanese government and its official institutions in order to enable reconstruction and economic recovery.
For his part, Araghchi said his visit aims to 'open a new chapter' in relations with Lebanon in light of recent developments in the country and the region.
Hashtags
Try Our AI Features
Explore what Daily8 AI can do for you:
Comments
No comments yet...
Related Articles
LBCI
an hour ago
- LBCI
Putin is ready to help Trump on Iran nuclear negotiations: Kremlin
President Vladimir Putin told U.S. President Donald Trump that he was ready to use Russia's close partnership with Iran to help with negotiations over Iran's nuclear program, the Kremlin said on Thursday. Trump said after a phone call with Putin on Wednesday that time was running out for Iran to make a decision on its nuclear program and that he believed Putin agreed that the Islamic Republic should not have nuclear weapons. Putin, according to Trump, suggested that he participate in the discussions with Iran and that "he could, perhaps, be helpful in getting this brought to a rapid conclusion," though Iran was "slow walking." "We have close partner relations with Tehran and, naturally, President Putin said that we are ready to use this level of partnership with Tehran in order to facilitate and contribute to the negotiations that are taking place to resolve the issue of the Iranian nuclear dossier," Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov told reporters on Thursday. Asked when Putin could join the negotiations, Peskov said that dialogue with Tehran and Washington continued through various channels.
LBCI
an hour ago
- LBCI
EU official says 175 million euro Syria recovery package 'clear message' of support
Visiting EU Commissioner for the Mediterranean Dubravka Suica said Thursday that a 175 million euro package for war-torn Syria was a "clear message" of support for its reconstruction. Suica announced the package in Damascus on Wednesday, saying it would focus on sectors including energy, education, health, and agriculture, helping rebuild Syria's economy, support its institutions, and promote human rights. AFP
LBCI
an hour ago
- LBCI
Interior Minister meets UNIFIL commander and Lebanese ambassador to Egypt
Lebanese Interior and Municipalities Minister Ahmad Al-Hajjar met Thursday with the head of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL), Major General Aroldo Lázaro, to discuss the mission's work in South Lebanon and its cooperation with Lebanese authorities. According to a statement from the ministry, the talks focused on the full implementation of U.N. Security Council Resolution 1701, which outlines the cessation of hostilities between Lebanon and Israel and defines the role of UNIFIL in supporting peace and stability along the southern border. Minister Al-Hajjar stressed Lebanon's commitment to maximum cooperation with the U.N. mission, particularly during this sensitive period. The minister also held separate talks with Lebanon's ambassador to Egypt, Ali Al-Halabi.
