Summary
U.S. Ambassador David Hale Tuesday said Lebanon could count on Washington's continued assistance to the Lebanese Army, facing what he described as unprecedented threats, and praised the military for its work in insulating the country from regional turmoil.
Sixteen soldiers were killed and at least 86 others were wounded in the ongoing clashes between the Army and gunmen, who attacked military posts and a police station over the weekend and kidnapped some 30 security personnel.
Russia's Foreign Ministry voiced its support for Lebanon, saying recent attacks in Arsal were a serious threat to Lebanon's stability.
Syria pledged support for the Lebanese Army in its fight against terrorism.
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