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The Saudi Press Agency reported that Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman received a telephone call from Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Monday. The two leaders examined the latest political and security developments in Lebanon together with those across the broader Middle East. They additionally reviewed joint initiatives intended to reinforce security, stability and peace in the region as a whole.
President Aoun expressed deep appreciation for Saudi Arabia’s support to Lebanon and its contributions toward regional stability, according to the agency. The exchange occurs as Lebanon works to rebuild following prolonged economic difficulties. International Monetary Fund assessments show the Lebanese economy contracted by more than 30 percent between 2019 and 2021, highlighting the relevance of external backing for institutional recovery. Saudi support has historically included targeted assistance packages focused on key sectors.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has repeatedly outlined Saudi Arabia’s policy of backing Lebanese sovereignty and stability over the past decade. Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has engaged directly with Lebanese counterparts on multiple prior occasions to pursue common security goals. Monday’s conversation continues that pattern of high-level diplomatic coordination on shared regional concerns.
Lebanese parliamentary records confirm that Joseph Aoun took office as president in January 2025 after an extended institutional vacancy. Saudi officials described the election as a chance to improve bilateral relations that had faced earlier strains. In subsequent months the Lebanese leader has worked to expand international partnerships, including with Gulf states. The latest call forms part of those outreach efforts.
The Saudi Press Agency indicated that the discussion addressed aspects of regional security, including border management and internal reforms. Both participants stressed the value of coordinated steps to advance peace across the Middle East. The official readout did not provide further specifics on any outcomes or follow-up measures.
Bilateral cooperation agreements document Saudi-funded projects in Lebanese infrastructure and education over recent years. Such initiatives have formed one element of Riyadh’s wider diplomatic activity in the Arab world. Phone conversations of this nature frequently serve as a channel for immediate alignment on emerging regional issues.
