Lebanon's President Seeks UN Help to Prevent War with Israel

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun told a visiting UN Security Council delegation on Friday that his country does not want another war with Israel. He asked for international support to disarm armed groups operating outside state control. His statement directly addresses ongoing cross-border strikes. Israel continues military operations in southern Lebanon, targeting the Hezbollah group, despite a ceasefire agreement last November. Hezbollah is a powerful political and military organization in Lebanon. Israel considers it a major security threat. President Aoun's appeal highlights Lebanon's official position of seeking stability. It also underscores the government's challenge in controlling all armed forces within its borders.