Macron warns Netanyahu against escalating violence in Lebanon at Paris conference
Summary: French President Emmanuel Macron warned Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu against "sowing barbarism" in Lebanon. This statement came during a conference in Paris that raised $800 million for humanitarian aid and $200 million to strengthen the Lebanese military.
Macron called for a ceasefire and criticized Iran for its support of Hezbollah amid the ongoing conflict. He emphasized the need for a robust UN peacekeeping mandate to ensure Lebanese state authority over its territory.
The conference's funding exceeded initial targets, reflecting strong international support for Lebanon. Meanwhile, the humanitarian crisis continues, with over 2,500 deaths reported in Lebanon since the escalation of hostilities.
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