Lebanese Forces reject sectarian accusations, reaffirm commitment to national unity
'This conviction is reflected in two directions,' the statement read. 'First, in a national discourse that transcends all sects; and second, in the membership of citizens from all sects—particularly the Sunni community—within the Lebanese Forces, in addition to the strong relationships the party maintains with Sunni, Druze, and Shiite leaders, except for those who are not only in ideological opposition to the LF, but to the very concept of Lebanon.'
The party expressed regret over what it called 'malicious attempts' by some parties to sow division and constantly target the LF, blaming it for irresponsible statements 'that do not reflect the party's values, principles, or rhetoric, even if such statements come from individuals close to the LF.'
It concluded by affirming that 'the only official representatives of the Lebanese Forces are its president, executive body, parliamentary bloc, media office, and statements issued by the party's authorized institutions. Any other statements, regardless of the speaker's proximity to the party, do not represent the LF.'
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