French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot and US Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a phone call. During the call, they discussed preparations for the NATO summit to be held in Ankara on July 7-8.
The two also assessed the latest status of the implementation of the agreement reached between the US and Iran on June 14. Barrot stressed the importance of a robust agreement that would ensure Iran never acquires nuclear weapons.
The reaching of a framework agreement between Lebanon and Israel and the US'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 sovereignty must be fully restored, weapons in the country must be under state monopoly, 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. The information that a framework agreement was signed between Lebanon and Israel on June 26, following the 5th round of direct negotiations held in Washington, was also shared.