Beirut [Lebanon], July 5 (ANI): Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has called on the United States to “continue to stand firmly” with Lebanon’s “just and legitimate causes,” expressing hope for greater stability and security in the Middle East amid ongoing regional tensions.
In a post on X, the Lebanese Presidency said Aoun sent a congratulatory message to U.S. President Donald Trump on the occasion of the United States’ 250th Independence Day, extending his wishes for continued success, prosperity, and progress.
“On the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the independence of the United States of America, the President of the Republic, General Joseph Aoun, sent a congratulatory cable to the American President Donald Trump, in which he wished him and the friendly American people success, prosperity, and further progress and achievement,” the post said.
The presidency said Aoun praised Trump’s efforts to promote stability in the Middle East and called on the United States to continue supporting Lebanon in overcoming years of conflict.
“President Aoun said in his cable: ‘There is no doubt that the history of the relationship between Lebanon and the United States of America is ancient and deeply rooted, as ancient as the human and social principles and values that united their vision, and today it is returning with strength thanks to your insistence and tireless efforts to restore stability and security to the Middle East in general, and to Lebanon in particular. And we, while appreciating your efforts in this regard, call upon you to continue to stand firmly by Lebanon’s just and legitimate causes, and by its institutions, army, and people, so that we may turn the page on wars, tragedies, and pain and open a new page of hope, peace, and stability,'” the post stated.
The U.S. Embassy in Lebanon also marked the anniversary, celebrating America’s founding principles and its longstanding relationship with Lebanon.
“This year, as America commemorates 250 years of independence, we celebrate not only the founding principles that define us, but also the enduring friendships that have shaped our nation’s story. It is with great pride that we stand with the people of Lebanon as they forge a brighter future—one of peace, prosperity, and promise long overdue,” the embassy said in a post on X.
Meanwhile, U.S. President Donald Trump reportedly criticized Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a phone call last month over Israel’s military escalation in Lebanon, describing the Israeli leader as “crazy” and accusing him of ingratitude, according to an Axios report.
Axios reported that differences between the two leaders have widened in recent months over regional security, Iran, and domestic political priorities. Despite Netanyahu’s reservations, Trump signed a memorandum of understanding last month extending the ceasefire with Iran and initiating new nuclear talks. He also urged Netanyahu to scale back Israeli military operations in Lebanon and support a framework agreement providing for an initial withdrawal from southern Lebanon.
According to Axios, a White House meeting would carry political significance for Netanyahu as he prepares for Israel’s October elections, where opinion polls currently place him behind his rivals. (ANI)
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