The European Union's High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy/Vice-President of the European Commission, Josep Borrell, is set to embark on a significant two-day diplomatic mission to Lebanon from January 5 to 7.
Borrell's agenda includes meetings with Speaker of Parliament Nabih Berri, caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati, caretaker Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdallah Bou Habib and Lebanese Armed Forces Commander General Joseph Aoun.
According to a statement released by the European Union External Action (EEAS) press team, Borrell is slated for discussions with General Aroldo Lazaro, the Head of Mission and Force Commander of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL).
The primary focus of Borrell's mission revolves around comprehensive discussions concerning the situation surrounding Gaza and its implications for the broader region. This encompasses a keen examination of the situation along the Israeli-Lebanese border.
An integral aspect of Borrell's visit involves underlining the imperative need for intensified diplomatic endeavors involving regional leaders, with a concerted emphasis on stability, peace and humanitarian aid, the statement added.
Borrell's agenda includes meetings with Speaker of Parliament Nabih Berri, caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati, caretaker Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdallah Bou Habib and Lebanese Armed Forces Commander General Joseph Aoun.
According to a statement released by the European Union External Action (EEAS) press team, Borrell is slated for discussions with General Aroldo Lazaro, the Head of Mission and Force Commander of the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL).
The primary focus of Borrell's mission revolves around comprehensive discussions concerning the situation surrounding Gaza and its implications for the broader region. This encompasses a keen examination of the situation along the Israeli-Lebanese border.
An integral aspect of Borrell's visit involves underlining the imperative need for intensified diplomatic endeavors involving regional leaders, with a concerted emphasis on stability, peace and humanitarian aid, the statement added.
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