- Fri January 31 2025 2:16 pm
President of the Republic Joseph Aoun welcomed Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty who conveyed a congratulatory message from Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi.
The message reaffirmed Egypt’s unwavering support for Lebanon and extended an invitation for President Aoun to visit Cairo for high-level consultations.
El-Sisi underscored Egypt’s readiness to assist Lebanon in overcoming the devastation of war and contribute to its reconstruction, emphasizing Egypt’s commitment to strengthening Lebanese state institutions and supporting the Lebanese Army’s deployment across all territories, including the South.
Separately, President Aoun met with Minister Ghazi Al-Aridi at Baabda Palace to discuss domestic developments. He also received Samir Assaf, who congratulated him on his election.
Additionally, Aoun reviewed the latest security situation in southern Lebanon with Acting Army Commander General Hassan Awada and Intelligence Director Brigadier General Tony Khoury.
In a further diplomatic engagement, President Aoun received a phone call from Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky who congratulated him on his election and discussed bilateral relations, along with the ongoing situation in Ukraine.
Meanwhile, President Aoun extended his condolences to US President, Donald Trump, over the tragic collision between an American Airlines passenger plane and a military helicopter near Reagan Airport in Washington.
In a message of sympathy, Aoun expressed deep sorrow for the loss of lives and conveyed Lebanon’s solidarity with the American people in this moment of grief.