Beirut: Lebanese President Joseph Aoun met with German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock at Baabda Palace, stating that "Israel's actions are obstructing the full implementation of United Nations Security Council Resolution 1701 and contradicting the ceasefire agreement." According to Kuwait News Agency, during the meeting, President Aoun emphasized that reforms are not just a demand from the international and regional community but a vital necessity for Lebanon. He highlighted ongoing issues with Israel, including the continued occupation of territories and hills in southern Lebanon. President Aoun revealed that Israel has rejected all Lebanese proposals to evacuate the five hills currently under Israeli control and noted that Israel continues to hold several Lebanese detainees. Foreign Minister Baerbock reaffirmed Germany's commitment to supporting Lebanon and stressed the importance of enacting necessary reforms. She expressed concern over the situation in Lebanon, particularly the challenges in the so uth and along the Lebanese-Syrian border. Earlier, Foreign Minister Baerbock arrived in Beirut for an official visit. During her stay, she is scheduled to meet with several Lebanese officials to discuss key issues.
