Lebanon expects Russia to help the country in the fight against terrorism

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Lebanon expects Russia to help the country in the fight against terrorism

June 20

19:03 2016

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by Irina Dashkina 0 Comments

The Lebanese authorities are seeking for Russi’s help in the fight against Islamist terrorists.

According to the Minister of Finance of Lebanon, Ali Khalil, the army of the country holds a front against violent attacks of ISIS and Jabhat Al-Nusra with its last strength. That was stated by the Minister during his meeting with the Chairman of Internationhal Affairs Committee of the Federation Council.

Khalil explained why Lebanon asked Russia to provide additional support to his armed forces in the fight against terrorism. Khalil reminded that “Russia has supported Lebanese security forces and its army for a long time, that’s why now he would like Russia to strengthen its support for Lebanon’s armed forces”.

Lebanese army is fighting daily battles against Islamist terrorist groups like ISIS and Jabhat Al-Nusra in the Northern and Eastern borders of the country.