Geagea meets Aoun, says they totally agree on domestic issues
by Naharnet Newsdesk 24 June 2025, 14:23
President Joseph Aoun and Lebanese Forces leader Samir Geagea met Tuesday in Baabda and discussed the latest developments in the region and in Lebanon.
"I think that we'll reach a serious U.S.-Iranian understanding that is compatible with our vision and with Lebanon's higher interests," Geagea said after the meeting, as he urged for setting a timeframe for Hezbollah's disarmament.
Geagea said that there has always been coordination between him and Aoun and that the President "has the intention to establish a real state." He added that "significant progress has been made in this direction."
"Communication with President Aoun has never stopped whether before or after his election. We have discussed the recent developments, especially the decisions that should be taken domestically, and we totally agreed with each other," Geagea revealed.
In previous statements, Geagea seemed to softly criticize Aoun for his flexibility with Hezbollah, urging him to be more strict.
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