Egypt Calls for Support to Prevent Lebanon's Involvement in Conflict

Egypt has urged support for Lebanon to avoid the fallout from the escalating tensions between Israel and the Iran-aligned Lebanese Hezbollah group. Cairo, acting as a mediator in the Gaza war, highlighted the risks of opening a new war front with Lebanon.

In a strong diplomatic statement, Egypt emphasized the critical necessity of backing Lebanon to shield it from the outbreak of conflict, as the nation grapples with rising tensions involving Israel and Hezbollah.

Cairo, which has taken on a mediating role in the Gaza war, reiterated its concerns over the perils of a new war front emerging with Lebanon.

(With inputs from agencies.)