BEIRUT, Aug. 23 (Xinhua) -- Lebanon's President Michel Aoun called upon the United States on Thursday to put pressure on Israel to stop its violations of Lebanese airspace aiming at hitting Syria, presidency website reported.
"We hope that the U.S. adopts a policy aimed at promoting peace in Middle East and in the world," he said during his meeting with U.S. Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Security Affairs, Robert Karem.
Aoun praised Lebanese army in winning over terrorism and voiced his intention for a national defense dialogue following the formation of the cabinet.
In his part, Karem said the U.S. appreciates the efforts made by Aoun to improve the capabilities of the Lebanese army, adding that "the U.S. is willing to strengthen the relation between Lebanese and American armies."
Karem also met Thursday with Lebanon's Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri. The two officials discussed bilateral relations and the latest developments in Lebanon and in the region.
