Lebanese, Egyptian officials hold talks on security, regional tensions
After the meeting, Abdelatty said that his visit—beginning Tuesday night—shows Egypt’s commitment to safeguarding Lebanon’s security and stability.
According to a statement from the Lebanese presidency, he emphasized the need for close coordination between the two countries and reaffirmed Cairo’s backing for Aoun’s plan to extend army control across all areas in the south.
Although a cease-fire announced in November 2024 required Israel to complete a full withdrawal from southern Lebanon at the start of this year, the Israeli army has only partially left, keeping forces stationed at five border posts.
Abdelatty reiterated that “Egypt supports the Lebanese government’s decision to confine all weapons under state control, including Hezbollah’s arms.”
The Lebanese Cabinet approved this weapons-control plan on Aug. 5, adopting a proposal drafted by U.S. Special Envoy Tom Barrack. The initiative assigns the Lebanese army the responsibility of implementing the process before 2025 concludes.
Abdelatty stressed that Egypt is working intensely to shield Lebanon from security threats, saying, “We are making great efforts to spare Lebanon any risks or hostile tendencies that threaten its security and safety, and these efforts will not stop,” while calling for “an immediate halt to Israeli violations,” along with political and diplomatic solutions rather than military options.
He warned that “The entire region is on the brink of full escalation, and this serves no party whatsoever. We are using our channels—direct or indirect—to help reduce tensions.”
Hostilities in southern Lebanon have increased recently, with Israel carrying out more frequent airstrikes that it says target Hezbollah fighters and facilities.
On Sunday, one such strike in Beirut killed Haitham Tabtabai, a senior Hezbollah commander.
Figures from the Lebanese Health Ministry indicate that Israeli attacks since the cease-fire have left 331 people dead and 945 injured.
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