Lebanese President: Iran uses Lebanon as bargaining chip against US

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun told CNN that Iran is using Lebanon as a bargaining chip in negotiations with the United States, a situation he deems unacceptable. Aoun stressed that Hezbollah must understand that dialogue is the only way to resolve the issue. This statement highlights internal Lebanese tensions regarding Iranian and Hezbollah influence.

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2. 18:23 · 5 Jun

   Lebanese President: Iran uses Lebanon as bargaining chip against US

3. 17:06 · 5 Jun

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• Strong17:11 · 10 JunHerzog calls on Lebanon's Aoun, people to rise against Hezbollah, Iran
• Developing13:15 · 10 JulLebanese President Aoun: Separation from Iran is about sovereignty, not antagonism; Hezbollah must cooperate or bear responsibility
• Developing09:58 · 22 JulLebanon expert Neria: Trump 'stepped on every mine' in Aoun meeting, Hezbollah responds with anger
• Developing12:43 · 10 JunHezbollah senior figure rebukes Lebanon's leader: 'Regime is hostile to Iran'

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