Trump also pledged support for Lebanon’s economy and its “legitimate security forces,” saying Washington would spare no effort to help Lebanon regain its regional and international role.
Aoun thanked Trump for supporting Lebanon’s “legitimate authority” and state institutions, particularly the army.
The Lebanese president said Beirut would assume its responsibilities in implementing the framework agreement and expressed hope that Washington would help prevent violations and ensure all commitments are honoured.
He also urged the US to pressure Israel to withdraw from territories it still occupies in southern Lebanon to facilitate the deployment of the Lebanese army up to the international border.
The presidency added that Trump expressed hope to meet Aoun soon in Washington.
