Trump allows direct US flights to Lebanon in historic move
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President Donald Trump has announced the resumption of direct flights between the United States and Lebanon, reversing a suspension that lasted over 40 years. The decision was made following a meeting between Trump and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun. This move is seen as a significant diplomatic gesture, restoring a direct air link that had been absent since the early 1980s.
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Lebanon has a significant diaspora in the US, who benefit from direct flights.
The announcement was made after President Trump met with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun.
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The direct route between the US and Lebanon was suspended over 40 years ago.
Deutsche Welle- Lebanon has a significant diaspora in the US, who benefit from direct flights.
- After 40 years, this restores a key link for personal travel.
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Loaded language removedIt comes over 40 years after the US suspended the direct route with Lebanon. The announcement was made after US President Donald Trump met with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun.
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The direct route between the US and Lebanon was suspended over 40 years ago.
Deutsche WelleThe announcement was made after President Trump met with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun.
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