The U.S. Department of Defense confirmed that the United States is in continuous contact with both Lebanon and Israel to ensure that the situation along their borders does not escalate into a large-scale conflict.
Pentagon spokesperson Patrick Ryder, in statements broadcast by U.S. channel Alhurra, expressed the United States’ concern regarding the ongoing tensions on the Israeli-Lebanese border. He noted that the U.S. is persistently engaged with both Lebanon and Israel to prevent any exacerbation of the situation.
Meanwhile, U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan reaffirmed the U.S. administration’s strong commitment to Israel’s security, emphasizing U.S. support for Israel’s right to self-defense and underscoring the importance of diplomatic solutions for achieving a settlement.
In the same context, Linda Thomas-Greenfield, the U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, called for de-escalation along the Lebanese-Israeli border, stressing the need for displaced persons in Lebanon and Israel to return to their homes.
The southern villages of Lebanonlebanon experienced cautious calm yesterday, following a bloody day. Lebanon’s acting Foreign Minister, Abdullah Bou Habib, emphasized the importance of de-escalation in the region and in southern Lebanon, and the full implementation of Resolution 1701.
He also warned of the catastrophic consequences that could arise in the event of an Israeli escalation towards Lebanon or any Israeli invasion, cautioning against the war’s expansion into a regional conflict.
Bou Habib also highlighted the significance of achieving a ceasefire in Gaza and southern Lebanon, applauding the efforts of diplomatic mediators and reaffirming Lebanon’s commitment to initiatives and solutions aimed at reducing tensions and enhancing regional peace and security.
