President Donald Trump said the United States is prepared to help Lebanon, highlighting support during a White House meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun. The talks came as Lebanon seeks stability after months of conflict involving Israel and the Iran-backed Hezbollah group.
Trump also pointed to a possible return of direct flights to Lebanon, a notable step after a break that has lasted roughly four decades. The move would signal a broader effort to rebuild normal links and show confidence in Lebanon’s path toward greater calm.
Aoun’s visit focused on securing longer-term stability following the recent fighting. His push for sustained calm reflects Lebanon’s wider effort to ease tensions and prevent another escalation after a damaging period of regional conflict.
The meeting underscored Washington’s interest in Lebanon at a sensitive moment for the region. Trump’s public promise of assistance, combined with discussion of restoring direct air travel, suggested the administration wants to pair political backing with visible steps toward renewed engagement.
