US Delegation to Discuss Army Support in Beirut Visit

Today, a group from the U.S. Congress’s foreign affairs committee is set to arrive in Beirut to engage in discussions with several high-ranking Lebanese officials, including Speaker Nabih Berri, caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati, Army Chief Joseph Aoun, and possibly caretaker Foreign Minister Abdallah Bou Habib, as reported by the media. The purpose of this visit is to assess the current needs and situations of the Lebanese military institution. Following their discussions, the delegation plans to prepare a report for the U.S. Congress, which will then consider whether to provide additional assistance to the Lebanese army. This visit coincides with upcoming conferences in Paris and Rome, scheduled for February 27 and early March respectively, which are focused on supporting the Lebanese army.