ATFL President Ed Gabriel quoted in the AP article, “Lebanese army chief briefs government on Hezbollah’s disarmament as Israel strikes kill 2”
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Ed Gabriel to MTV: Hezbollah Was Defeated…and Trump Is Impatient
ATFL President Ed Gabriel interviewed by MTV: Ed Gabriel to MTV: Hezbollah Was Defeated…and Trump Is Impatient
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ادوارد غابريل: إذا شعرت إسرائيل أنها مهددة ستستمر في الدفاع عن نفسها
ATFL President Ed Gabriel interviewed by Al Jadeed: ادوارد غابريل: إذا شعرت إسرائيل أنها مهددة ستستمر في الدفاع عن نفسها (Arabic dub)
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Trump sent Lebanon $230 million before government shutdown
ATFL President Ed Gabriel quoted in The Hill article, “Trump sent Lebanon $230 million before government shutdown”
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Aoun stresses anti-corruption drive, vows independence of oversight bodies
ATFL President Ed Gabriel mentioned in the MTV article, “Aoun stresses anti-corruption drive, vows independence of oversight bodies”
“Separately, Aoun received Edward Gabriel, President of the ATFL (Task Force for Lebanon), with discussions covering his recent U.S. meetings and continued American support for Lebanon, particularly the army and the state’s exclusive control of weapons. Aoun decorated Gabriel with the National Order of the Cedar, rank of Officer, in recognition of his efforts in support of Lebanon.”
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ATFL Holds Community Reception on the Sidelines of the 79th UN General Assembly
On September 25, 2025, the American Task Force on Lebanon (ATFL) held a community reception on the sidelines of the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York City, bringing together senior US and Lebanese officials, members of the international diplomatic corps, and members of the Lebanese-American community for an evening of dialogue, partnership, and renewed commitment to Lebanon’s future.
Hosted by ATFL member Natasha Akda and Cordoba Advisory Partners, the reception served as a platform to discuss Lebanon’s ongoing challenges and opportunities for progress. The evening featured remarks from ATFL President Edward Gabriel and Ambassador Nada Hamadeh, Lebanon’s newly appointed Ambassador to the United States and former ATFL board member, who underscored the importance of continued bilateral cooperation and international support for Lebanon’s reform and humanitarian efforts.
This annual gathering has become a cornerstone event for friends of Lebanon during UNGA week. ATFL thanks everyone who attended and encourages you to join us next year.
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Trump’s economic zone in south Lebanon: Trap or opportunity?
ATFL President Ed Gabriel quoted in the L’Orient Today article, “Trump’s economic zone in south Lebanon: Trap or opportunity?”
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What Lies Ahead for Lebanon? ATFL’s Ed Gabriel Featured in FDD Podcast
ATFL President Ed Gabriel joins the Foundation for the Defense of Democracy’s Morning Brief podcast.
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Time Is Running Out for Lebanon to Disarm Hezbollah, U.S. Officials Warn
ATFL President Ed Gabriel quoted in the New York Times article, “Time Is Running Out for Lebanon to Disarm Hezbollah, U.S. Officials Warn”
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US Pushes for Lebanon’s Inclusion in Abraham Accords, but Hezbollah Disarmament May Be out of Reach
ATFL VP of Policy and Communications Patricia Karam quoted in the Media Line article, “US Pushes for Lebanon’s Inclusion in Abraham Accords, but Hezbollah Disarmament May Be out of Reach”