Trump Pledges U.S. Aid to Lebanon, Resumes Direct Flights
President Trump met with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at the White House, pledging U.S. assistance to Lebanon and announcing the resumption of direct flights between the U.S. and Lebanon after a 40-year suspension. This meeting occurred amidst ongoing talks between…
Detroit, MI, July 21, 2026 —
WASHINGTON D.C. – President Trump met with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at the White House on [Date of Meeting, if available], where the U.S. leader pledged American assistance to Lebanon. A significant announcement from the meeting was the resumption of direct flights between the United States and Lebanon, a service that had been suspended for 40 years.
The meeting between the two heads of state took place while Washington continues to mediate ongoing discussions between Lebanon and Israel. These talks are focused on achieving a long-term cessation of hostilities and securing the withdrawal of Israeli troops from southern Lebanon. Additionally, the discussions are intended to address the role of Hezbollah.
The specific details of the U.S. assistance pledged to Lebanon were not immediately available. The resumption of direct flights is expected to facilitate increased travel and economic ties between the two nations.
Further information regarding the timeline for the resumption of direct flights and the scope of U.S. aid will be released as it becomes available.
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