by ATFL | Dec 29, 2020 | Statement, Statements & Announcements
In the closing session before the holiday recess, the US Senate unanimously passed S.Res.682, “Recognizing the devastating explosion that rocked the Port of Beirut on August 4, 2020, and expressing solidarity with the Lebanese people.” The resolution was introduced by...
by ATFL | Oct 5, 2020 | Statement, Statements & Announcements
In an effort led by Rep. Darin LaHood (R-IL), and co-sponsored by Reps. Donna Shalala (D-FL), Steve Stivers (R-OH), and Garrett Graves (R-LA), the House Foreign Affairs Committee unanimously passed H.Res.1077, a bipartisan resolution [that] “expresses the sense of...
by ATFL | Aug 14, 2020 | Statement, Statements & Announcements
The American Task Force on Lebanon (ATFL) is concerned by reports of injuries sustained by demonstrators in Beirut during clashes with Lebanese security forces. We note that Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) Commander Joseph Aoun reiterated his commitment that the military...
by ATFL | Aug 11, 2020 | Statement, Statements & Announcements
The American Task Force on Lebanon (ATFL) notes the decision of the Diab government to resign and its call for early elections. In light of the economic, political, and social crises that have been eroding the quality of life for the Lebanese people and the hundreds...
by ATFL | Aug 5, 2020 | Statement, Statements & Announcements
The American Task Force on Lebanon (ATFL) expresses its profound sadness for the loss of life and extensive property damage caused by explosions at the Port of Beirut on Tuesday, August 4.The ATFL is in constant communication with US government agencies and members of...
by ATFL | Aug 4, 2020 | Statement, Statements & Announcements
During the past several months, the American Task Force for Lebanon (ATFL) has been meeting virtually with prominent leaders in the United States and Lebanon to better assess and understand the dynamics of the current situation and options for US policy. In addition...
