French President Emmanuel Macron yesterday said that "nothing justifies the major escalation under way in south Lebanon", calling for an end to fighting "for good".
In a message on X after speaking with regional leaders, he said it was "essential" for an agreement to be reached quickly between the United States and Iran.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul also said in a statement yesterday that the Israeli army's push further into southern Lebanon is cause for serious concern, urging all sides to cease hostilities.
"The Israeli army's advance further into southern Lebanon is cause for serious concern," the statement said, adding: "Any further escalation will exacerbate the already tense situation and trigger new waves of displacement within Lebanon."