Israel flags possible assassination threat against Lebanon’s president

Israeli military intelligence has warned of a potential threat to the life of Joseph Aoun amid ongoing negotiations between Lebanon and Israel, according to a report by Lebanese broadcaster MTV Lebanon.

The warning comes at a sensitive moment as contacts between the two sides continue, raising concerns over security risks facing Lebanon’s leadership.

In response, officials at the presidential palace in Beirut said the statements were being taken seriously but would not affect the country’s political stance.

They stressed that President Joseph Aoun would continue pursuing his current course despite what they described as threats and external pressure.

No further details were provided regarding the nature of the alleged threat.

By Tamilla Hasanova