BEIRUT, Oct. 13 (Xinhua) -- Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on Monday called for renewed negotiations with Israel, emphasizing that a cessation of military operations is necessary before dialogue can begin.

"We hope to reach a time when Israel will stop its military actions against Lebanon so that the negotiation process can start," Aoun told the Association of Economic Journalists, according to a statement released by Lebanon's Presidency.

Recalling Lebanon's previous negotiations with Israel, which produced a maritime border agreement, Aoun suggested that a similar approach could resolve remaining issues.

Aoun also mentioned the country's engagements with Syria, including his meetings with Syrian leaders, emphasizing cooperation, mutual respect, and coordination on security and economic issues between the two sides.

Since Nov. 27, 2024, a U.S.- and French-brokered ceasefire between Lebanon's Hezbollah and Israel has been in effect, largely halting the clashes triggered by the Gaza war.

Despite the truce, the Israeli army continues to conduct occasional strikes in Lebanon, citing operations against Hezbollah "threats," while maintaining forces at five main positions along the Lebanese border. ■