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LBCI
22-04-2025
- Business
- LBCI
MP Mneimneh to LBCI: Hezbollah appears to be hardening its stance regarding its arms
MP Ibrahim Mneimneh warned that Lebanon remains among the few countries in the world that still uphold strict bank secrecy laws, enabling money laundering and obstructing financial transparency. Speaking to LBCI, Mneimneh stressed the urgent need for financial reforms, including restructuring Lebanon's banking sector, to protect depositors' funds. He noted that not all deposits may be "clean," raising concerns about the origins of some of the funds. Regarding regional support, Mneimneh stated that Saudi Prince Al-Yazid affirmed the Kingdom's continued support for Lebanon but within the framework of state-building. "Saudi Arabia will not interfere in the details but will closely follow the course of reforms," he said. He also emphasized Saudi Arabia's backing for both President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam. On the issue of Hezbollah's arms, Mneimneh expressed concern that the group appears to be hardening its stance rather than showing signs of compromise. He called for a serious internal dialogue among political factions on the future of Hezbollah's arsenal. "The president knows the security challenges better than anyone else. Raising tensions against him does not help," Mneimneh added. He concluded by stressing that Hezbollah must acknowledge the need to hand over its weapons to ensure national security, asserting that "there is no debate about the inevitability of all weapons being under the authority of the state."
LBCI
19-03-2025
- Politics
- LBCI
MP Ibrahim Mneimneh to LBCI: The situation on the eastern border is concerning, counting on Lebanese Army to take control
MP Ibrahim Mneimneh described the situation on Lebanon's eastern border as troubling, emphasizing the need for the Lebanese Army to take control. Speaking on LBCI's "Nharkom Said" TV show, he said the details remain unclear, with conflicting reports about smuggling and Lebanese-Syrian border entanglements. He urged people to wait for an official statement before drawing conclusions. Mneimneh stressed that Lebanon cannot move forward by clinging to old political approaches. He called on Hezbollah to reconsider its stance and engage with the new presidency and other Lebanese factions in shaping a different path for the country. He also urged Hezbollah to take steps toward implementing Resolution 1701, arguing that armed strategies have failed both as a deterrent and as a means of defending Lebanon.
LBCI
01-03-2025
- Politics
- LBCI
MP Ibrahim Mneimneh to LBCI: Calls for national security strategy to reassure all communities, rejects separate deal with Israel
MP Ibrahim Mneimneh stressed that everyone is called upon to cooperate to restore Lebanon's image and its relations with Arab countries to move forward with reconstruction efforts. In an interview on LBCI's "Nharkom Said" TV show, Mneimneh said, "The state is dealing with a very complex reality, and Hezbollah is required to ease tensions as it faces new challenges in this phase." He called on Arab countries to help Lebanon end the Israeli occupation, saying pressure must be applied on the United States and France in this regard. He affirmed that Lebanon is "not concerned with any side agreements" and wants its entire territory under national sovereignty. Mneimneh stressed the need for a national security strategy that reassures all components of society about how the country will be protected. On normalization with Israel, Mneimneh said Lebanon is committed to the Arab Peace Initiative and will not sign any separate agreement with Israel. Regarding municipal elections, Mneimneh rejected the division of Beirut municipality, calling for a solution to improve the city's administration. "We have an electoral program, and what matters to us is offering a different experience," he added.
LBCI
26-02-2025
- Politics
- LBCI
MP Ibrahim Mneimneh says ministerial statement offers hope; calls for justice and accountability
MP Ibrahim Mneimneh stated that the ministerial statement's general themes provide encouragement and hope. He emphasized that with the state's restoration of its right to control decisions of war and peace, there is now an opportunity for national dialogue, urging the activation of diplomatic efforts to confront Israeli occupation. Mneimneh asserted that the country cannot function without justice and accountability for the crimes committed against the Lebanese people. He underscored the importance of supporting an impartial investigation into the Beirut Port explosion and urged the government to address the cases of hundreds of detainees without trials to ensure justice for victims and acquit the innocent. He expressed support for the Prime Minister in making appointments free from political interference to ensure transparency and called for electoral law reforms, looking forward to conducting municipal elections on schedule. Mneimneh noted that reforms in the financial sector present a challenge for the government and called for a thorough examination of the reasons behind the losses and who benefited from them. He stressed that accountability and transparency are essential for addressing the crisis. He acknowledged that over the past three years, they have been confronting those responsible for the economic crisis and recognized that the battle would not be easy. During this "foundational" phase, Mneimneh expressed support for the Prime Minister, stating that the hopes of the people rest on the government's success and that they will monitor the government's work while granting it confidence based on its ministerial statement.
LBCI
28-01-2025
- Politics
- LBCI
MP Ibrahim Mneimneh tells LBCI: Sectarian politics hinder Lebanon's progress
MP Ibrahim Mneimneh highlighted that, despite its limited resources, the Lebanese state has demonstrated its commitment to overseeing the withdrawal of the Israeli army from the south. In an interview on LBCI's "Vision 2030" program, Mneimneh emphasized that this effort should be acknowledged as a significant achievement for the Lebanese army and the country's president. He said, "We accepted the ceasefire agreement without clear terms, which grants Israel an advantage. This type of agreement defines the current situation in the south. If the Israeli army does not withdraw, we fear that the occupation could become a pretext for revisiting past resistance scenarios." Mneimneh added, "If the government had been more transparent about the ongoing negotiations, perhaps the people of the south would have reconsidered their actions, leading to fewer casualties. Some residents are bypassing the instructions of the Lebanese army, which is responsible for ensuring their safety." He also pointed out that political traditions and sectarian exclusivity in representation are significant obstacles to the country's progress.
