France calls for Israel to end blockade of Lebanon

The French foreign minister today called for Israel to lift its air, naval and land blockade of Lebanon, saying it was unnecessary with the UN ceasefire plan holding.

“The blockade imposed on the airport and Lebanese ports should be lifted. We ask Israeli authorities to lift the land and sea siege on Lebanon. And we ask the Lebanese government to strengthen monitoring of points of entry to insure Hezbollah weapons are banned,” said Philippe Douste-Blazy.