French Foreign Minister's Lebanon Visit Amid Rising Tensions

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot will visit Lebanon to engage with local authorities and provide French humanitarian support, as Israeli attacks in the country continue.

French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot is scheduled to visit Lebanon on Sunday, according to his office, as Israel launches strikes across the country.

His office confirmed the minister's trip, stating, "We confirm that the minister is going to Lebanon this weekend to talk with local authorities and provide French support, particularly humanitarian support."

This visit comes amid rising tensions and ongoing Israeli military actions in Lebanon.

(With inputs from agencies.)