International delegates are convening in Paris for a crucial conference on Thursday with the primary objective of advocating for a ceasefire in the Middle East and securing half-a-billion dollars in humanitarian aid for Lebanon. The meeting is taking place against a backdrop of escalating tensions between France and Israel, triggered by Paris' call to halt arms exports to Israel in a bid to facilitate a ceasefire in Lebanon and Gaza.
French Foreign Minister, in a video statement, emphasized that the conference is geared towards fostering a sustainable diplomatic resolution for both Lebanon and Israel. The overarching goals include mobilizing humanitarian assistance and bolstering support for Lebanon's military to safeguard the nation's unity, stability, and sovereignty. The minister underscored the urgency of the situation in Lebanon, a country with historical ties to France, emphasizing the need for immediate action.
