Aoun Meets Qatari Emir in Doha for Strategic Talks
President Joseph Aoun engaged in high-level discussions on Wednesday in Doha with Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al-Thani, expressing gratitude for the support Qatar has extended to Lebanon across various sectors. During the meeting, Aoun emphasized the Lebanese Army’s commitment to enforcing UN Security Council Resolution 1701 in southern Lebanon, while highlighting that ongoing Israeli occupation and military assaults are hindering the army’s full deployment.
Emir Sheikh Tamim described President Aoun’s visit as a significant milestone in strengthening bilateral ties. He reiterated Qatar’s commitment to aiding Lebanon, particularly in areas like electricity, energy, and ongoing military support. The Qatari leader also expressed hope for Lebanese stability, citing favorable regional and internal conditions.