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Israel's Gallant Rejects France's Mediation Proposal Over Lebanon Border

Jun 14, 2024, 10:47 AM

Israel's Defense Minister Yoav Gallant has rejected France's proposal to mediate over Lebanon, accusing France of adopting hostile policies against Israel and ignoring atrocities committed by Hamas. Gallant stated that Israel will not participate in the trilateral framework proposed by France to regulate the security situation on the border with Lebanon. This decision highlights Israel's dissatisfaction with France's stance on the Gaza war and its diplomatic efforts to prevent a war in Lebanon. Gallant emphasized that Israel would not be part of any committee involving France.