EU congratulates Israel, Lebanon for signing maritime deal

The European Union has congratulated Israel and Lebanon for the signing of the Maritime Deal on October 27.

"The EU congratulates Israel and Lebanon on this landmark achievement and commends the role of the US in facilitating negotiations," said a spokesperson from the EU in a statement, according to The Jerusalem Post.

"This historic agreement will contribute to the stability and prosperity of the two neighbours as well as to that of the wider region. The EU stands ready to continue developing its partnerships with both Israel and Lebanon and supporting efforts towards regional cooperation for the benefit of all, the statement added.