French President Emmanuel Macron expressed solidarity with the people of Beirut following Israel's strikes on the southern suburb of Beirut. Macron criticized the strikes, calling them unacceptable and a violation of the ceasefire agreement. He emphasized France's support for Lebanon and its commitment to preserving its sovereignty and security. Macron also proposed practical and realistic proposals to address the situation, including the deployment of UNIFIL troops in sensitive areas in southern Lebanon. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun called for the international community to force Israel to cease its hostilities and adhere to the ceasefire agreement.