European Foreign Ministers Urge Israel to Halt Attacks in Lebanon

TEMPO.CO, Jakarta - A group of foreign ministers from Europe on Thursday called for an immediate halt to the Israeli attacks in Lebanon. As reported by Anadolu, they urged Tel Aviv to respect Lebanon's sovereignty and territorial integrity amid escalating violence in the region.

In a joint statement, the top diplomats from 18 countries expressed concerns over the worsening situation in Lebanon, where mass displacement and civilian casualties have raised concerns about regional stability.

The statement emphasized that around 1.2 million people in Lebanon — approximately a quarter of the population — have been internally displaced.

While more than 1,000 people have been killed so far, mostly civilians, including children, aid workers, and journalists, according to the country's Ministry of Health.

"Israeli military operations in Lebanon and Hezbollah’s attacks must cease. We urge Israel to fully respect Lebanon's sovereignty and territorial integrity, and call on all parties, both Hezbollah and Israel, to halt military action," the ministers said, emphasizing the need for de-escalation and a return to diplomacy.

They stressed that Israel is obligated to comply with international humanitarian law, including the principles of distinction, proportionality, and precaution, and underscored the necessity to protect civilians and civilian infrastructure.

Reaffirming support for Lebanon's sovereignty, they called for renewed diplomatic efforts, including direct negotiations, to prevent further escalation and restore stability.

The statement highlighted the importance of humanitarian access and international support for Lebanon, as well as support for the Lebanese government and armed forces in maintaining security and implementing reforms.

Israel has been bombing Lebanon with air strikes and launching ground attacks in the south since a cross-border attack by Hezbollah on March 2.

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