Trump says direct US-Lebanon flights could resume for first time in more than 40 years
The move would restore air links suspended since 1985 and could boost Lebanon’s diaspora ties, tourism, and investment, officials said.
- On Tuesday, President Donald Trump announced plans to resume direct flights between the United States and Lebanon during a meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun in Washington, ending a suspension lasting more than four decades.
- Washington halted direct air links in 1985 following the hijacking of TWA Flight 847 and security concerns during the Lebanese civil war, establishing a policy suspension that persisted for four decades.
- Resuming services requires extensive United States technical and security assessments of airport infrastructure and screening procedures. If implemented, the move would boost the Lebanese diaspora, tourism, and investment as Lebanon seeks economic recovery.
- Trump said Washington has "clear plans" to support the Lebanese Armed Forces, which Aoun described as "the pillar of stability." The leaders discussed implementing a framework agreement with Israel to permanently end regional hostilities.
- As Israel is "in the process of withdrawing from the south," Aoun emphasized that Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri supports efforts to end hostilities, working toward the "ultimate goal" of regional peace and security.
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The Independent (US)Trump announces direct US flights to Lebanon, reversing Reagan-era rule
The announcement followed a meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at the White House
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
CTV NewsTrump says direct U.S.-Lebanon flights could resume for first time in more than 40 years
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump said Tuesday he’ll allow American carriers to resume direct flights to Lebanon more than 40 years after...
Trump restores direct US-Lebanon flights after 40 years amid peace push
Trump told Lebanese President Joseph Aoun that American airlines could resume direct flights to Lebanon after more than four decades. The move comes as Washington pushes Israeli withdrawal, army deployment and a longer-term check on Hezbollah.
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