# Lebanese diplomatic efforts for sovereignty and stability > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/lebanese-diplomatic-efforts-for-sovereignty-and-stability > Updated: 2026-11-06T06:55:28.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2. French President Emmanuel Macron announced plans to organize a conference to support the Lebanese army following stalled ceasefire negotiations between Lebanon and Israel. France, alongside Qatar, expressed readiness to assist in efforts to ensure the withdrawal of Israeli troops. Additionally, France is working toward establishing an international force to support the Lebanese military after the United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL) mandate ends on December 31, 2026. Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Raji later advocated for state sovereignty during a visit to Canada. Raji emphasized that stability is impossible while armed groups operate outside of state legitimacy, calling for international support to ensure all weapons are held exclusively by the state. During meetings in Ottawa, Raji noted that a framework agreement with Israel serves as a basis for future negotiations rather than a final treaty. ## Timeline ### 2026-11-06: Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Raji calls for state arms monopoly in Canada Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Raji met with Canadian officials in Ottawa, calling for international support to empower the Lebanese Army and ensure the state maintains a monopoly on arms and security. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/lebanese-foreign-minister-youssef-raji-calls-for-state-arms-monopoly-in-canada ### 2026-10-20: France announces support for Lebanese army and ceasefire negotiations President Emmanuel Macron announced a French-led conference to support the Lebanese army and seeks to bolster Lebanese sovereignty through international support and US-mediated ceasefire negotiations. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/france-announces-support-for-lebanese-army-and-ceasefire-negotiations --- Cite as: Lebanese diplomatic efforts for sovereignty and stability. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/lebanese-diplomatic-efforts-for-sovereignty-and-stability