Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Consular and Parliamentary Affairs Vahid Jalalzadeh stated that the election of a new Lebanese president, followed by a potential formation of a government marks the beginning of a “new era” for Lebanon.
Following a meeting with his Lebanese counterpart Abdallah Bou Habib on Friday, Jalalzadeh expressed hope that these political developments “would spur reconstruction, prosperity and progress.” He also emphasized the need for Lebanon to overcome its ongoing economic and political challenges “that have undermined its stability.”
Furthermore, he congratulated “the Lebanese people and the resistance” for what he described as their “legendary determination throughout the war,” a claim of victory that both Hezbollah and Iran have continued to assert since the November ceasefire agreement.
Addressing the issue of displaced Syrians, the Iranian diplomat reiterated Tehran’s support for Lebanon, stating that Iran is “fully prepared to contribute to resolving this issue.”
He urged international organizations to take concrete steps to assist both the Lebanese authorities and displaced Syrians, particularly those who arrived to Lebanon following the fall of the Assad regime.
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