Xinhua News Agency, Beirut, August 14 - Summary: Multi officials visiting Lebanon aid and political considerations double
Xinhua News Agency reporter Li Liangyong
On the 14th, U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Hale, French Minister of Defense Pali, and Iranian Foreign Minister Zarif also appeared in Beirut and held talks with Lebanese President Aoun on aid to Lebanon and the political situation in Lebanon. Analysts believe that, given that Lebanon is currently seeking to form a new cabinet, it is not ruled out that other countries may take the opportunity to influence the formation of the cabinet.
After the explosion in Beirut Port on the 4th, leaders of many regional organizations and officials from many countries visited Lebanon to show their support for Lebanon. French President Macron flew to Lebanon on the 6th and became the first foreign leader to visit after the explosion. The following visitors included the Secretary-General of the League of Arab States Gheit, Turkish Vice President Oktay, and European Council President Michel. At the same time, Beirut has seen large-scale demonstrations for many days, igniting the political crisis in Lebanon. Prime Minister Diab of Lebanon announced the collective resignation of the government on the 10th in response to people's calls for change.
According to a statement issued by the Presidential Palace of Lebanon, Hale thanked Lebanon for allowing the FBI to participate in the investigation of the Beirut Port explosion during the talks with Aoun, stressed that the United States will not interfere in Lebanon’s internal affairs, and urged Lebanon to implement changes and listen to the voices of the people. , To achieve the expectations of the people.
Parley said during the meeting that France will continue to provide various assistance to Lebanon. She also hopes that Lebanon can form a new government as soon as possible and implement the changes expected by the international community. Pali stated that Macron will visit Lebanon again on September 1.
Zarif said during the meeting that Iran will continue to provide various assistance to Lebanon, and is willing to cooperate with Lebanon in various fields to help Lebanon rebuild. He said that he hopes Lebanon can form a new government supported by various factions as soon as possible.
Analysts believe that in view of the unclear candidates for the Prime Minister of Lebanon and Singapore at this stage, officials from the United States, France, and Iran are visiting at the same time, and the relationship is quite subtle.
There are many political factions in Lebanon, but they are mainly divided into pro-Saudi and West and pro-Syria and Iran camps. For a long time, Lebanon has been a game field for regional powers, and the domestic political situation is often involuntary.
During Macron's visit to Lebanon on the 6th, he called on Lebanon to implement changes and form a national unity government. After the resignation of the Lebanese government, Macron emphasized in a phone call with Iranian President Rouhani on the 12th that relevant parties should avoid "external interference" in Lebanon.
According to local Lebanese media reports, the United States wants to promote Lebanon to establish a new government that excludes Hezbollah and former foreign minister Basil.
Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov and Saudi Foreign Minister Faisal agreed on the 12th to create "favorable external conditions" for the establishment of a new government in Lebanon.
Some analysts believe that in the future, Lebanon may follow the initiative of France to form a national unity government with the support of the United States and Gulf countries. Former Prime Minister Hariri is expected to become the main candidate for the new prime minister.