French President Emmanuel Macron called on Israel on Friday to accelerate its troop withdrawal from southern Lebanon, as a deadline nears for the pullout under the terms of a ceasefire that ended the war with Hezbollah last year.

The French president is scheduled to meet prime ministerial nominee Nouf Salam and newly elected President Joseph Aoun.

French President Emmanuel Macron calls for 'accelerating' implementation of cease-fire between Israel, Hezbollah during his visit to Beirut - Anadolu Ajansı

The French president made the announcement as he visited Beirut in a show of support for Lebanon's new leaders.

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Lebanon has just elected a president and appointed a prime minister, after months of deadlock. The French president didn't hesitate to visit, sensing an opportunity to take stock of the ceasefire signed at the end of November between Israel and Hezbollah.