US envoy Amos Hochstein said on Friday that the US administration has been working “day and night” to achieve a ceasefire as soon as possible in Lebanon.
Speaking in an interview with MTV, he revealed that coordination is underway with the Lebanese government and the army commander in order “to reach what the people want” through the election of a president and the formation of a new government.
Hochstein made clear that resolution 1701 is “the foundation” to build a better future for Lebanon.
He stressed that work should be done not only to enforce Resolution1701, but to make sure that all its provisions are duly implemented.
Hochstein commented on Thursday’s raid on Beirut in which 22 people were killed and more than 100 injured, saying that it was “devastating.” He pointed out that he is seeking a cessation of military operations.
He also emphasized that the United States has not given any green light for Israel’s ground operation in Lebanon.
The American envoy concluded by stressing that the Lebanese president must be chosen by the Lebanese themselves, and that it is time for Lebanon to be able to make decisions on its own and in its interest, independently of international influences.
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