Lebanon-Israel Framework Agreement Does Not Require Parliament Approval
July 22, 2026
WASHINGTON — In a high-stakes Oval Office summit on Tuesday, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun asserted presidential prerogative over a landmark framework agreement with Israel, emphasizing that the deal “doesn’t require the endorsement of the Parliament” and is “part of our constitution as a prerogative of the President”. Addressing sectarian concerns back home, Aoun stated that Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri “supports what we are doing,” though acknowledging the need to respect Berri’s dual role as speaker and head of the Shia community.
President Donald Trump struck an optimistic tone, noting he heard Berri was “a good man” and predicting “when Berri sees the progress made, I’m sure he’ll be on board”. Turning to regional security, Trump praised Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa as “more precise,” reiterating his desire to “do something” about H*zboll*h and boasting that direct American intervention would be “effective”. Asked if he would speak directly with Hezbollah, Trump signaled willingness, stating, “If the Lebanese president requested it, I would consider it.” Regarding Israeli military presence, Trump confirmed that forces “are in the process of redeploying” and promised to monitor the complete withdrawal over the coming weeks.
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