Greek Defence Minister Affirms Support for Lebanese Military
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Synopsis
On April 8, Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias announced Greece's readiness to support the Lebanese army, during a meeting with President Joseph Aoun. The discussions included military cooperation, the regional situation, and Israel's violations of Lebanese territory.
Key Takeaways
- Greece is ready to assist the Lebanese army.
- Discussions included military expertise sharing.
- Israel's violations of Lebanese territory were condemned.
- Bilateral relations between Greece and Lebanon are strengthening.
- Collaboration on illegal migration was emphasized.
Beirut, April 8 (NationPress) Greece is prepared to offer essential support to the Lebanese army as required, stated Greek Defence Minister Nikos Dendias during a meeting on Tuesday.
Dendias conveyed his message while engaging with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, expressing Greece's readiness to share its military expertise and advancements in military infrastructure, as per a statement from the Lebanese Presidency.
Aoun welcomed Greece's assistance, noting that it reflects the mutual dedication of both nations to enhance bilateral relations.
The President also updated Dendias on the situation in southern Lebanon and condemned Israel's ongoing violations of Lebanese territory, the ceasefire agreement established in November, and UN Security Council Resolution 1701.
Earlier that day, Dendias held discussions with his Lebanese counterpart Michel Menassah, focusing on defense cooperation, shared international issues, and the regional context, as reported by the Lebanese state-run National News Agency (NNA) and Xinhua.
They underscored Greece's role in the UN Interim Force in Lebanon and the significance of collaborative efforts to tackle illegal migration, according to NNA.
Dendias reiterated Greece's steadfast commitment to Lebanon and its willingness to assist in fulfilling the operational needs of the Lebanese army, as per NNA.
Menassah expressed gratitude for Greece's ongoing support for Lebanon and urged Greece to help stop the persistent Israeli violations and ensure full compliance with Resolution 1701, as reported by NNA.
