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European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas commented on the EU's policy toward Lebanon and security cooperation.

Kallas stated: "The EU has a clear interest in a stable, prosperous and sovereign Lebanon. We back this with comprehensive political, economic and security support."

Kallas said that a new EU support mission would be established to provide training and advice to the Lebanese Armed Forces, noting that this would mark a significant step forward in security relations.

Kallas announced that EU foreign ministers are expected to give final approval for the establishment of the mission next Monday.