The European Commission has called on Israel to halt the escalation of military operations in Lebanon and to respect the country’s sovereignty and territorial integrity.
The statement was made by Anouar El Anouni, who emphasized that the European Union supports continued diplomatic efforts to prevent further deterioration of the situation in the region.
“We call on Israel to stop the military escalation in Lebanon and to respect Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity,” he stated.
According to the European official, diplomacy remains the only path toward achieving a sustainable solution. He stressed that ongoing negotiations should continue in order to guarantee long-term stability and security for both Lebanon and Israel.
El Anouni also highlighted the impact of the conflict on Lebanese civilians.
“The people of Lebanon have already endured extraordinary hardships. They did not choose this war, and this is not their war,” he said.
