Lebanese President: Iran is using Lebanon as a "bargaining chip" with US

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Lebanese President Joseph Aoun told CNN that Iran is using Lebanon as a bargaining chip in negotiations with the United States and criticized Hezbollah's actions. This statement comes amidst ongoing Israeli attacks and a contested ceasefire framework, with Lebanese parliamentary speaker Nabih Berri rejecting the current agreement for a comprehensive, unconditional ceasefire.

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Lebanese President Joseph Aoun stated that the Iranians are "using Lebanon as a bargaining chip in their negotiations with the United States" in an interview with CNN. He also added that Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem does not represent the Lebanese people, slamming the group's actions.

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