Macron takes swipe at Iran's role in Lebanon

French President Emmanuel Macron has stressed that one of the keys to reaching a political solution in Lebanon would be “the need to clarify Iran's interference in the region.”

The remarks come days ahead of the arrival in Lebanon of French envoy Jean-Yves Le Drian, who is trying to find a way out of the presidential impasse that Lebanon is going through.

Macron criticized the "regional destabilization activities that Iran has carried out in recent years." He thus affirmed that to restore a constructive engagement, it would be crucial for Iran to clarify its policy towards its direct neighbors, Israel and regional security, as well as Lebanon and its stability.

In this context, Macron expressed his gratitude to Le Drian for his role in the search for a political solution in Lebanon.

According to recent information, Le Drian is expected in Beirut between September 10 and 12 to continue his mediation efforts.