Al-Rahi Receives French Ambassador in Bkerke, Warns of Expanding Confrontations

⏱️ Timeline

1. 7 Nov 2026, 11:26 Maronite Patriarch Bishara Boutros al-Rahi received French Ambassador Patrick Durrell at the Patriarchal Palace in Bkerke.
2. 7 Nov 2026, 12:32 During the meeting, Patriarch al-Rahi expressed fear of the expansion of military confrontations in the region and warned of their repercussions on Lebanon.
3. 7 Nov 2026, 12:33 French Ambassador Patrick Durrell said from Bkerke that his country continues its international efforts to avoid escalation and fortify Lebanese stability through contacts with the concerned parties.
4. 7 Nov 2026, 12:35 Ambassador Durrell said the discussions addressed the situation in the south and the future of UNIFIL forces, working in coordination with concerned countries and the Five-Party Committee to avoid any security vacuum.
5. 7 Nov 2026, 13:08 Patriarch al-Rahi stressed the priority of keeping Lebanon out of wars and strengthening state authority, while Durrell affirmed France's keenness on Lebanon's stability and the continuation of the Christian presence there, in a meeting that addressed Lebanese and regional developments, bilateral relations, and efforts to maintain stability.

📰 All coverage