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Saudi Arabia lifts 5-year ban on Lebanon imports: What to know - AL-MONITOR: The Middle Eastʼs leading independent news source since 2012
Saudi Arabia lifted its five-year ban on Lebanese imports, resuming exports to the kingdom after a push from Lebanon’s president and prime minister. Key context and implications: - What happened: Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman ordered the resumption of Lebanese exports to Saudi Arabia, citing “positive steps” by the Lebanese government to rebuild state institutions. The move followed appeals from President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, per SPA. - Political si
2026-06-25Lebanon-Israel talks: Aoun promises end to 'all foreign interference'; Receives call from Rubio and Vance - L'Orient Today
Summary: - Lebanon and Israel began a new three-day round of US-backed talks in Washington over a cease-fire and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from southern Lebanon, with the Lebanese presidency stressing the state’s authority in negotiations. - President Michel Aoun defended direct negotiations with Israel, pledging an end to foreign tutelage and reaffirming Lebanon’s sovereignty and national security. - Aoun spoke of nearing decisive outcomes for Lebanon’s homeland and p
2026-06-25