France hosts international conference to support Lebanon amid ongoing conflict
Summary: France is hosting an international conference in Paris to gather military and humanitarian support for Lebanon, where conflict has displaced one million people and caused over 2,500 deaths. The conference aims to restore Lebanon's sovereignty and strengthen its institutions.
Lebanon has been without a president for two years amid ongoing political deadlock. The Lebanese army, weakened by economic crisis, faces challenges in defending against Israeli incursions and confronting Hezbollah, which has a larger and more advanced military force.
The conference will include officials from over 70 countries and aims to meet the UN's urgent funding request of $426 million for Lebanon. Discussions will also focus on enhancing the role of the UN peacekeeping mission in the region.
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