Graham Ends Meeting With Lebanese General Over Hezbollah Label Refusal

Sen. Lindsey Graham abruptly ended a meeting with Lebanese Chief of Defense Gen. Rodolphe Haykal after being asked not to label Hezbollah terrorists, sparking tension between US and Lebanon officials. The incident occurred during a visit to Lebanon where Graham was discussing security cooperation. Graham's office later released a statement saying the senator regretted the misunderstanding but did not provide further details. The meeting was seen as significant for the two countries' ties on terrorism issues.