On 21 August 2026, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni met with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun in Taranto during the opening ceremony of the 20th Mediterranean Games. The leaders discussed Lebanon’s political situation, progress in Israel negotiations, and the phased withdrawal of UNIFIL, scheduled for 2027. Meloni reaffirmed Italy’s support for Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, emphasizing commitment to achieving a just and lasting peace with Israel. She confirmed Italy’s willingness to host further bilateral negotiations between Lebanon and Israel. The meeting occurred amid ongoing regional tensions and diplomatic efforts to stabilize the Middle East.
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