Lebanon’s caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati declared on Tuesday that Lebanon will counter Israeli accusations with a comprehensive letter to the United Nations Security Council. This announcement follows Israel’s claims that Hezbollah was behind the shelling of a football field in Majdal Shams, located in the occupied Golan Heights, resulting in numerous casualties.
Hezbollah has denied any involvement in the incident. In response to the escalating situation, Lebanon’s caretaker Foreign Minister Abdullah Bou Habib revealed that Lebanon has already addressed the Israeli delegate’s allegations in Brussels and plans a further response to Israel’s complaint at the United Nations.
Mikati condemned all forms of violence, particularly those targeting civilians, and called for an end to Israeli aggression in southern Lebanon. He urged for the full implementation of UN Resolution 1701, which calls for a ceasefire and outlines steps for peace between Israel and Lebanon. Mikati criticized Israel’s actions, highlighting the paradox of Israel lamenting Arab victims while continuing its aggressive operations in Palestine and Lebanon.
Lebanon’s stance, according to Mikati, is clear: the threat of war will not deter the Lebanese from defending their land. This message has been communicated to international allies and the European Union.
The situation has had significant repercussions for Lebanon. Multiple airlines have suspended flights to Beirut, and several events have been canceled. The chairman of Middle East Airlines, Mohamad El-Hout, assured that Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport has not received any threats of an Israeli strike and that flight delays were due to technical insurance distribution reasons. El-Hout noted that Arab airlines continue their operations to Beirut during the day without major disruptions.
UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon Jeanine Hennis-Plasschaert met with Mikati to discuss the extension of the UNIFIL mandate and called for calm and adherence to Resolution 1701. Jordan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi expressed solidarity with Lebanon, and UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy urged British nationals in Lebanon to leave immediately. The Nepalese Foreign Ministry also advised caution for its citizens in Lebanon.
Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri reaffirmed Lebanon’s commitment to Resolution 1701, accusing Israel of violating the resolution over 33,000 times. He stressed that political pressure is essential to halt Israel’s ongoing aggression against Gaza and Lebanon, which has persisted for over nine months.
Israeli military operations have continued against Hezbollah, utilizing drones and targeting multiple locations in southern Lebanon. A senior Hezbollah source stated that while a ground invasion by Israel is not anticipated, Hezbollah is prepared for such a scenario and capable of retaliating against Israeli military installations in Haifa, the Golan Heights, and Ramat David.
As tensions rise, Lebanon stands firm in its position, preparing to present its case to the international community while calling for an end to aggression and a return to peace.
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