Reiterating the UK’s commitment to Lebanon’s security, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Friday said it was important to use the current Israel-Lebanon truce as a gateway to a lasting peace agreement, Anadolu reports. Starmer on Friday had a phone call with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to convey his condolences over the loss of life in Lebanon during the recent conflict. Both leaders discussed the recently announced 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, Starmer’s office said in a statement. The prime minister said: “The UK would continue to support the Lebanese Armed Forces to ensure long-term stability in the country.” READ: Trump says Israel, Lebanon agree to 10-day ceasefire starting Thursday evening At least 2,196 people have been killed and 7,185 […]
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