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MP Ghassan Atallah attended the 60th parliament of Victoria Australia
On the occasion of the launch of the parliamentary Australian Lebanese friendship community of Victoria, Mp Ghassan Attalah met with leading Victorian officials and MPs, as well as leaders from the Australian Lebanon community. The event was also overseen by Consul of Lebanon Mr Rami Hamidi. Mr Attalah was warmly welcomed to Australia and also extended invitations to officials to visit Lebanon. Mr Attalah spoke with many leaders of the Lebanese community, discussing areas of possible cooperation between Australia and Lebanon. Mr Attalah warmly thanked MP Bronwyn Halfpenny, Australian Labor party, who was the convener of the group for organizing such an important meeting alongside Evan Mulholland, co-convener from the Liberal Party and extended invitations for them to visit Lebanon.
Tayyar.org
13-05-2025
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Bassil on Northern Municipal Election Results: We Respected the Will of the People and Chose Openness Over Exclusion
During a press conference announcing the results of the municipal elections in the North Governorate, the head of the Free Patriotic Movement, MP Gebran Bassil, affirmed the Movement's commitment to the people's choices. 'We submitted to the will of the people, respected their decisions, and supported them,' he stated. He explained: 'We backed the lists that included committed candidates, supporters, or advocates of the Free Patriotic Movement. This does not mean that the Movement alone won; rather, these victories could not have been achieved without our support. We didn't win from the people—we won with them and stood behind them in their victories.' Bassil stressed the Movement's inclusive approach across Lebanon:'We rejected no one. We extended our hands to all and emphasized our commitment to openness and cooperation,' he said. 'Exclusion is not our logic. Others, however, sought to isolate and eliminate us wherever they could—except in areas where our strength made that impossible. In those cases, cooperation prevailed.' Batroun: A Model of Openness Bassil pointed to Batroun as a prime example of political cooperation:'There, a tripartite alliance—Kataeb, the Forces, and Harb—was formed. Despite our strength, we had no issue pursuing consensus.' He contrasted this with Tannourine, also in Batroun district, where the Movement was excluded:'We supported the 'Youth for the Development of Tannourine' list and, without a full contest, secured one-third of the votes. This reflects our presence even where we were rejected. In the city of Batroun, we succeeded in forming a consensus despite an orchestrated battle to marginalize us.' In Bsharri, Bassil said, the exclusionary mentality extended even to internal allies:'There, even one of their own was rejected. This shows a spirit of elimination that targets anyone outside their circle. The results spoke for themselves, with over 40% of votes supporting an oppositional approach.' Confronting Broad Alliances in Koura, Akkar, and Beyond Bassil noted the wide-ranging alliances formed to counter the Movement:'In Koura, they even allied with the Nationalist Party. In Amioun, despite this, we secured 42% of the vote. Similar alliances in Akkar and other areas failed to contain us. The numbers affirm our presence across all northern districts.' Detailed Results by District Batroun: • 31 municipalities total; FPM achieved success in 19 of them. • The union includes 28 municipalities; FPM holds the largest share. • FPM has a presence in 26 municipalities (87%). • Victory was secured for 19 supported lists. • Despite the alliance of all parties, the tripartite coalition cannot secure two parliamentary seats—FPM remains the dominant force. Koura: • While not the leading force historically, FPM regained ground. • Success in 22 of 37 municipalities (73%). • 17 mukhtars and 43 municipal members elected. • Strong results in key towns like Amioun. Akkar: • Participation in 47 municipalities; direct involvement in 37. • Strong presence, especially among Muslim-majority towns. • Victories in 32 municipalities, with 21 supported lists winning. • 89 municipal members and 35 mukhtars elected. • FPM outperformed the second force in Akkar by threefold, especially Christian parties. Zgharta: • Marada is the dominant party, with FPM often allied. • Supported 8 winning lists; 17 municipal members elected. • Two mukhtars won; presence in 27% of contested municipalities. Bsharri: • Forces dominate, but FPM pursued calm engagement. • Participation signaled objection to the prevailing local approach. • While not the first force, FPM, along with Marada, constitutes the second and third positions. Minieh-Danniyeh: • FPM participated in 12 municipalities, succeeded in 10. • 20 winning municipal members and 6 mukhtars. • Notable wins in two non-Christian towns. • In Tripoli, FPM was present in two municipalities and supported 34 mukhtars, 11 of whom won. Overall Northern Performance:Bassil concluded by summarizing the Movement's performance in the North: • FPM operated in 154 municipalities, achieving success in 108. • 70 supported lists won. • A total of 374 municipal members and 101 mukhtars were elected under or with the backing of the FPM.
Tayyar.org
07-05-2025
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The Movements Political Council A Promising Start for Municipal Work and a Welcome Step on Lifting the UAE Travel Ban
The Political Council of the Free Patriotic Movement held its regular meeting under the chairmanship of MP Gebran Bassil. After reviewing its agenda, the Council issued the following statement: • The Council evaluated the results of the municipal elections in the districts of Mount Lebanon, where the Movement, in collaboration with local communities, families, and allies, secured a strong presence in both municipal councils and among mukhtars, achieving multiple notable victories. This outcome marks a promising beginning for municipal governance, particularly in addressing the challenges of illegal Syrian displacement and advancing broader decentralization to foster sustainable development. • The Council condemned the disturbing images of massacres and human rights violations emerging from Syria, which it views as an assault on the country's diversity. It reaffirmed its commitment to Syria's unity and stability, and to the preservation of its pluralistic social fabric. The Council emphasized the importance of safeguarding freedom of expression, belief, and faith as essential pillars of peace and stability in both Syria and Lebanon. • The Council welcomed the reversal of the decision barring UAE citizens from traveling to Lebanon, considering it a positive gesture towards strengthening fraternal relations with Arab nations. It expressed hope that similar steps will soon be taken regarding citizens of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
Tayyar.org
07-05-2025
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Bassil on Mount Lebanon Municipal Results We Respected Family Choices and Affirmed Our Strong Local Presence
The head of the Free Patriotic Movement (FPM), MP Gebran Bassil, commented on the results of the municipal elections in Mount Lebanon, emphasizing that the FPM's success was the result of collaborative efforts with both the people and its allies. He underlined that the Movement had no intention of claiming exclusive credit but demonstrated it could serve as a central force in the electoral process, working hand in hand with local communities. 'We are pleased that the presidency and the government were able to conduct the municipal elections on time,' he said, noting that the FPM had participated in all six districts of the Mount Lebanon governorate. 'From the outset, we stressed that these elections were primarily about families, development, and municipal governance — while acknowledging the inevitable political dimension. That's why we backed family-based lists and fully respected their choices. At the same time, we highlighted the displacement issue as a core political concern, and we supported municipal programs accordingly. We also reaffirmed our commitment to broader administrative decentralization,' Bassil stated during a press conference held alongside the FPM's electoral team to present the election results. 'To empower families in making their own decisions, we offered two pathways: either we reached consensus, which we successfully did in many areas, or we supported specific lists and individual candidates. When we speak of victory, it's not just ours — it's a victory shared with the families. This win belongs to the people, not just the FPM,' he added. Bassil acknowledged that the FPM provided political guidance to voters in certain areas, which in turn influenced family-based choices. 'No one can deny the significant role we played or the impact we had,' he said. He highlighted the slogan 'Mina wa Fina' ('From the People, For the People'), emphasizing that municipalities are rooted in the people's choices. 'We take pride in this outcome because families embraced our candidates willingly — often without us even asking. It's a genuine victory, one that reflects popular trust.' Bassil further noted that the 2025 municipal elections showcased the FPM's widespread presence in Mount Lebanon and marked an improvement over previous elections. 'This proves that the FPM continues to be a dominant political and grassroots force in the region.' FPM Vice President for Political Affairs, Martin Najm, presented a breakdown of the results: • Jbeil: FPM present in 27 out of 31 municipalities (87% coverage), securing 74 municipal council members (25%) and 26 mayors (28.5%). • Keserwan-Jbeil: Present in 44 of 54 municipalities (82%), winning 162 council members (29%) and 33 mayors (31.5%). • Metn: Present in 45 of 55 municipalities (82%), with 149 council members (23%) and 46 mayors (27%). • Baabda: Present in 31 of 32 municipalities (97%), with 102 council members (23%) and 20 mayors (28%). • Aley: Present in 21 of 30 municipalities (70%), with 99 council members (25%) and 21 mayors (39.6%). • Chouf: Present in 33 of 35 municipalities (94%), securing 53 council members (15%) and 13 mayors (21.3%). In total, the FPM was present in 201 out of 236 municipalities (85%), electing 639 municipal council members (23.5%) and 159 mayors. Bassil reiterated these figures, pointing out that 639 FPM-supported candidates won out of 2,714 total seats. He noted that this performance significantly builds on the party's previous record, such as winning 103 mayoral seats nationwide in 2016. Touching on specific regional dynamics, Bassil emphasized the strategic importance of the Jbeil Union of Municipalities, where the FPM successfully backed Fadi Martinos, and the Metn Union of Municipalities, where coordination with the El Murr family helped secure victory and advance a long-term development vision. In Keserwan, however, plans were disrupted when Juan Hobeich unexpectedly withdrew, complicating the electoral strategy. Bassil raised concerns about the lack of attention given to towns like Hadath, Kahale, and Deir el Qamar, despite the predictable outcomes in larger cities like Jbeil, Jounieh, and Jdeideh. 'In Jounieh, we aimed for consensus. But with five opposing forces, we still garnered 3,000 votes — a notable result,' he said. Even in areas where the FPM didn't achieve victory, he insisted, the groundwork was laid for long-term municipal involvement with an eye toward 2030. Looking ahead to 2026, Bassil expressed confidence that the impact of these strategies will become even more evident to voters and political observers. He concluded by highlighting the FPM's wins in towns previously considered strongholds of rival parties and figures. He emphasized the vital role political parties play in society and denounced attempts to demonize them as 'completely unacceptable.'
Tayyar.org
30-04-2025
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'Strong Lebanon' Calls on the Government to Reveal the Truth About Displacement
The Strong Lebanon Bloc held its regular meeting, chaired by MP Gebran Bassil, to discuss recent developments. Following the meeting, the bloc issued the following statement: 1. The bloc calls on the Lebanese government to transparently inform the public about the realities surrounding the presence of Syrian displaced persons in Lebanon. It warns against the government's apparent submission to external pressures to remain silent on the displacement issue. The bloc reaffirms its position that the matter should be addressed through the principle of voluntary return and the individual assessment of each displaced person's conditions for remaining in Lebanon or returning to Syria, based on factors such as healthcare, employment, and education. In this context, the bloc is preparing a set of formal questions to be submitted to the government. 2. The bloc stresses that municipal elections are a fundamental democratic right tied directly to citizens' daily lives in their towns and villages. While awaiting the passage of the expanded administrative decentralization law to promote balanced development, the bloc notes that it had previously submitted key municipal reform proposals—such as the adoption of closed lists across all of Lebanon—which were ultimately rejected. The bloc affirms its support for the people's choices in managing their local affairs through municipalities, free from political exploitation or empty victories. 3. The bloc reviewed several draft laws currently under consideration in Parliament, particularly the bank restructuring law. It noted that the version received from the government is incomplete and lacks a comprehensive plan for resolving issues related to the banking sector and the return of deposits to their rightful owners.
