France's Macron vows to help Lebanon prepare negotiations with Israel
Speaking at a news conference alongside Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, Macron said it was "secondary" for France to be sitting at the table of negotiations as it was in Lebanon's interest that everyone helps it in the negotiations
French President Emmanuel Macron and Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam attend a joint declaration press event following their meeting at the Elysee Presidential Palace in Paris, France April 21, 2026. Photo: LUDOVIC MARIN/Pool via REUTERS
French President Emmanuel Macron said on Tuesday France will help Lebanese authorities prepare negotiations with Israel even if Paris was not directly part of the discussions.
Speaking at a news conference alongside Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, Macron said it was "secondary" for France to be sitting at the table of negotiations as it was in Lebanon's interest that everyone helps it in the negotiations.
France, which has deep historical ties with Lebanon, has sought to play a role in the talks, but has met resistance from both Israel and the United States.
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