According to a statement from the French Foreign Ministry, Minister Jean-Noël Barrot and U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a telephone conversation. During the call, preparations for the NATO Summit to be held in Ankara on July 7-8 were discussed.
The two also assessed the latest status of the implementation of the agreement reached between the U.S. and Iran on June 14. Barrot emphasized the importance of a robust deal that ensures Iran never acquires nuclear weapons.
The reaching of a framework agreement between Lebanon and Israel and the U.S.'s decisive role in the process were also welcomed. Barrot stated that France is ready to contribute to the implementation of the agreement.
The French Foreign Minister noted that Lebanon's full sovereignty must be restored, weapons in the country must be consolidated under state control, and Israel must withdraw from Lebanese territory. Barrot expressed that they want this to be done in a way that guarantees the security of both countries in the region.
The latest situation in Ukraine was also discussed during the call. The information was also shared that a framework agreement was signed between Lebanon and Israel on June 26, following the 5th round of direct negotiations conducted in Washington.