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 amid ongoing conflict between Hezbollah and Israel. The war has displaced over a million people and caused significant casualties and economic strain.
The conference aims to address Lebanon's urgent needs, with over 70 countries and organizations participating. France seeks to coordinate international aid and support for the Lebanese army, which is struggling due to a prolonged economic crisis and lacks adequate defenses.
French President Emmanuel Macron has called for a cease-fire and condemned Israel's actions, including targeting U.N. peacekeepers. The conference will also discuss enhancing the role of the U.N. peacekeeping mission in Lebanon.
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