France’s Macron says ‘nothing justifies’ south Lebanon escalation

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May 31, 2026 17:29

PARIS: French President Emmanuel Macron on Sunday said that “nothing justifies the major escalation under way in south Lebanon” where Israeli forces have launched a new offensive against Hezbollah.