The European Union will now send money to support Lebanon's military. This funding comes from a special pool of money that EU member countries contribute to.
Why it matters
The European Union is directly funding a non-EU military. This means the EU is taking a more active role in the security of countries outside its borders, using a fund specifically set up for such actions.
The signal
Watch for details on what specific equipment or training the Lebanese Armed Forces receive, and how that changes their operations.