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American Task Force on Lebanon ATFL is a non-profit working to strengthen the historic ties between the United States and Lebanon. We are non-sectarian, non-partisan, and independent.

The American Task Force on Lebanon (ATFL) unites Americans of Lebanese heritage to promote a secure, stable, free and sovereign Lebanon.

10/08/2026

For 40 years, ATFL has worked across partisan lines and with every administration to strengthen the bilateral US-Lebanon relationship.

At ATFL’s 40th Annual Dinner, President and CEO Edward M. Gabriel reflected on the identity that has defined our organization since its founding: an independent, nonpartisan and nonsectarian Lebanese American voice in Washington.

“We are first and foremost Americans, proud Americans, with great affection and concern for the betterment of Lebanon.”

10/07/2026

Lebanon should never be the subject of decisions made elsewhere.

In her remarks at ATFL’s 40th Anniversary Annual Dinner, Lebanese Ambassador to the U.S. Nada Hamadeh Moawad, a former ATFL Board Member, spoke about sovereignty as a principle Lebanon must build, protect, and practice. She insisted on the responsibility of Lebanese institutions to shape the country’s future.

A sovereign Lebanon must be able to make decisions exclusively through its institutions, ensuring its fate is determined internally rather than by external actors.

Thank you to the non-profit organization Ahla for coordinating the delivery of essential firefighter equipment to Beirut...
10/06/2026

Thank you to the non-profit organization Ahla for coordinating the delivery of essential firefighter equipment to Beirut Port! 🇱🇧👏

10/06/2026

“Lebanon’s moment has come.”

In his remarks at ATFL’s 40th Anniversary Annual Dinner, U.S. Ambassador to Lebanon Michel Issa addressed this critical period for Lebanon. He underscored the vital importance of diplomacy, sovereignty, and strong state institutions. We share a collective responsibility to not let this window of opportunity pass.

10/05/2026

As the American Task Force on Lebanon (ATFL) writes its next chapter, our work continues: strengthening our policy advocacy, engaging Lebanese American communities across the country, investing in the next generation, and keeping the US-Lebanon bilateral relationship at the center of our mission.

Hear from The Honorable Spencer Abraham, Chairman of ATFL, as he reflects on the last four decades and outlines our strategic path forward. The next 40 years start now.

The American Task Force on Lebanon (ATFL) extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Amba...
10/05/2026

The American Task Force on Lebanon (ATFL) extends its deepest condolences to the family, friends, and colleagues of Ambassador Vincent Battle. Amb. Battle served as U.S. Ambassador to Lebanon from 2001 to 2004 and as Deputy Chief of Mission at the U.S. Embassy in Beirut from 1991 to 1994.

Amb. Battle served with distinction, working tirelessly to strengthen the U.S.-Lebanon relationship. He maintained a deep personal connection to Lebanon throughout his life, choosing to live there following his retirement from the U.S. Foreign Service.

“Amb. Battle was a great friend of ATFL with whom we worked very closely,” said Ambassador Ed Gabriel, President ATFL. “He will be remembered as a good friend and great diplomat by many of his friends and colleagues”

10/01/2026

Powerful words from the keynote speakers at ATFL’s 40th Anniversary Annual Dinner last week.

Leaders from the US, Lebanon and the Lebanese American community united around a shared vision for the future. While perspectives vary, our priorities remain clear: active diplomacy, absolute state sovereignty, stronger institutions, economic reform, and a more involved diaspora.

09/27/2026

“We have made a difference in Washington.”

On Thursday evening, the American Task Force on Lebanon (ATFL) reflected on 40 years of working to strengthen the US-Lebanon bilateral relationship during its annual dinner in Washington, D.C. ATFL also honored leaders in government, education, and business who’ve helped promote the prosperity, stability, and sovereignty of Lebanon.

At this difficult period for Lebanon, speakers and guests also looked to the road ahead, to resolving core issues facing Lebanon and further fostering ties between Lebanon and the US.

09/26/2026

Ahead of our annual dinner on Thursday, the American Task Force on Lebanon’s (ATFL) Board of Advisors met with US officials and lawmakers in Washington, D.C. to discuss critical issues of mutual concern to Washington and Beirut, including efforts to disarm Hezbollah, support for the Lebanese military, and political and economic reforms.

The meetings spanned a bipartisan set of congress members and included US representatives Darin Lahood (R-IL) and Darrell Issa (R-CA) and senators Chris Van Hollen (D-MD), Katie Britt (R-AL), Jack Reed (D-RI), and staff from the office of Elissa Slotkin (D-MI). The board also met Jonathan Fischer, who recently assumed his position as the Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary & Deputy Assistant Secretary for Public Diplomacy for the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs.

Watch for a behind the scenes look at those meetings.

ATFL is proud to announce the launch of a $10 million endowment to strengthen its long-term financial sustainability and...
09/25/2026

ATFL is proud to announce the launch of a $10 million endowment to strengthen its long-term financial sustainability and ensure its mission can continue for generations to come.

Announced Thursday at the ATFL 40th Anniversary Annual Dinner in Washington, the endowment has already received nearly $7 million in commitments from members of ATFL’s leadership and longtime supporters. Building on this early momentum, ATFL’s Board of Directors has established a $10 million goal for the endowment.

This represents a significant milestone as ATFL marks its 40th anniversary and writes its next chapter. By creating a permanent source of funding for the organization, the endowment will help ATFL sustain and expand its policy work, community engagement and educational efforts in Washington, while ensuring that the voice of the Lebanese American community is heard for decades to come.

Thank you to our generous donors and longtime friends for your steadfast support!

Read more at: atfl.org/atfl-launches-endowment/

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1100 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 1050
Washington D.C., DC
20036

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Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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