President Michel Aoun has received cables greeting him on the occasion of Lebanon's Independence Day from several world leaders, topped by U.S. President Barack Obama, state-run National News Agency reported on Sunday.
In his cable, Obama pledged that the U.S. will maintain its support for the Lebanese people and for Lebanon's independence, sovereignty and stability.
Saudi King Salman bin Abdul Aziz meanwhile wished progress and prosperity for Lebanon's president, government and people.