Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on the EU's new three-year mission to support the Lebanese army and internal security forces: "We welcome this decision, which reflects Europe's commitment to Lebanon's security and stability and its trust in our legitimate military and security institutions. The mission's expertise, training and advice will strengthen its capabilities, help expand the state's authority over Lebanon and secure its borders, in accordance with the government's decision limit the weapons to legitimate forces. We thank the European Union and its member states and will provide all the necessary cooperation to ensure the success of the mission and strengthen stability."

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on the EU's new three-year mission to support the Lebanese army and internal security forces: "We welcome this decision, which reflects Europe's commitment to Lebanon's security and stability and its trust in our legitimate military and security institutions. The mission's expertise, training and advice will strengthen its capabilities, help expand the state's authority over Lebanon and secure its borders, in accordance with the government's decision limit the weapons to legitimate forces. We thank the European Union and its member states and will provide all the necessary cooperation to ensure the success of the mission and strengthen stability."