Foreign Minister Youssef Rajji reaffirmed Lebanon’s stance against external interference and called for mutual respect in regional relations during his speech at the “Path to the State” conference on Saturday.
Rajji stressed Lebanon’s commitment to a non-interventionist policy: “We do not want anyone to interfere in our internal affairs, just as we will not interfere in the affairs of others. For the first time, the current regime in Syria has officially recognized Lebanon as a sovereign state, and we are actively negotiating with international partners to secure the return of Syrian refugees.”
He added, “Lebanon is back on track, but we still face numerous challenges. We are not asking Arab nations for financial support; we seek strong relationships and sustainable partnerships.”
Addressing questions about Lebanon’s regional positioning, Rajji clarified, “We have no involvement in the continuation of the current regime in Iran. What we demand is simple, full respect for Lebanon’s sovereignty.”
On the issue of Palestinian arms within Lebanon, he described it as “a purely technical, security, and military matter.”
The Foreign Minister also noted efforts through diplomacy and international cooperation to secure Israel’s full withdrawal from Lebanese territory.
Highlighting the burden of Lebanon’s prolonged crises, Rajji stated: “The government is doing everything in its power to restore stability, but it needs time, as we are dealing with the legacy of deep and accumulated issues.”
He stressed that the matter of disarmament must be handled through institutional channels: “The issue should be brought before the Cabinet, and it is up to the Prime Minister to decide when to place it on the agenda.”
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