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LBCI
16 hours ago
- Politics
- LBCI
On Resistance and Liberation Day, PM Salam reaffirms push to reclaim occupied land
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam said Resistance and Liberation Day comes as Lebanese joy remains incomplete, with parts of the country still under Israeli occupation. He reaffirmed the government's commitment to taking all necessary measures to liberate remaining occupied territories and to assert state sovereignty across all Lebanese land, in line with the Taif Agreement. He also stressed Lebanon's right to defend itself in the event of any aggression, in accordance with the Charter of the United Nations, and highlighted the government's efforts to rebuild areas destroyed by Israeli attacks through Arab and international support.
LBCI
16 hours ago
- Politics
- LBCI
Lebanon's PM Nawaf Salam: Government to begin preparations for 2026 parliamentary elections
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced that the Lebanese government will begin preparations for the upcoming parliamentary elections, drawing on the lessons learned from the recently concluded municipal and mukhtar polls. Speaking after the close of polling stations, Salam expressed satisfaction with how the electoral process unfolded, acknowledging that each round helps address and improve past shortcomings. He also reaffirmed Lebanon's unwavering demand for the release of Lebanese detainees and the complete Israeli withdrawal from all occupied Lebanese territory. On reconstruction efforts, Salam stated that the government is actively working with the World Bank and donor agencies to secure necessary funding and is continuing outreach to friendly nations to increase aid and support.
Al Manar
18 hours ago
- Politics
- Al Manar
Lebanon Marks 25th Anniversary of Liberation Day with Calls for Unity, Sovereignty, and Reconstruction
On the 25th anniversary of Lebanon's Resistance and Liberation Day, Speaker of Parliament Nabih Berri honored those who answered the nation's call a quarter-century ago, sacrificing their lives in steadfast resistance to defend Lebanon's sovereignty. Berri paid tribute to all resistance fighters and martyrs who chose to give their lives at pivotal moments, their sacrifices culminating in the defeat of Israeli aggression, safeguarding Lebanon's sovereignty, and reclaiming most of the occupied territories. 'Their collective efforts established May 25, 2000, as a historic day of victory and liberation for the nation,' Berri asserted. Highlighting that true liberation demands loyalty, resilience, and development, Berri expressed deep gratitude to those who embraced this call, successfully fulfilling a critical national and constitutional milestone. He praised the people of southern Lebanon for their recent civil achievements, which stand as a testament to progress built on the foundation of the 2000 liberation. 'The Lebanese are not only heroes in resistance but also exemplars of democracy.' He concluded by thanking the people of the south for their unwavering steadfastness and commitment to development and loyalty, affirming that 'all national rights remain secured, and Lebanon and its people are well.' PM Nawaf Salam Affirms Commitment to Full Sovereignty, Reconstruction Prime Minister Nawaf Salam marked the occasion by reiterating that the celebration is incomplete until all Lebanese territories are fully liberated from Israeli occupation. In a statement on social media, Salam reaffirmed the government's commitment, as outlined in its ministerial declaration, to take all necessary measures to liberate Lebanese land from Israeli occupation and extend state sovereignty across all territories, relying on Lebanon's own capabilities in accordance with the Taif Agreement. يأتي عيد التحرير وفرحتنا لن تكتمل ما لم تحرر كامل اراضينا من الاحتلال الاسرائيلي. وبهذه المناسبة أعود واؤكد التزام الحكومة في بيانها الوزاري بالثوابت التالية: – وجوب إتخاذ الإجراءات اللازمة كافة لتحرير جميع الأراضي اللبنانيّة من الاحتلال الإسرائيلي وبسط سيادة الدولة على جميع… — Nawaf Salam نواف سلام (@nawafasalam) May 25, 2025 Salam also emphasized Lebanon's right to self-defense under the United Nations Charter should any aggression occur. Additionally, Salam stressed the importance of mobilizing Arab and international support to rebuild areas devastated by Israeli attacks. Sheikh Ali Al-Khatib Praises Southern Voters' National Responsibility Deputy Head of Lebanon's Higher Islamic Shiite Council, Sheikh Ali Al-Khatib, expressed satisfaction with the electoral process in southern Lebanon, commending the people's national resolve despite the harsh conditions imposed by relentless Israeli aggression. His Eminence saluted southern communities for their daily affirmation of attachment to their land and readiness to defend it, regardless of the enemy's brutality. 'Despite failures by the authorities to fulfill their national duties, southern voters demonstrated resilience and defied occupation by participating in elections, undeterred by pressure, intimidation, or siege.' Sheikh Al-Khatib concluded by saluting 'everyone who contributed to the achievement of this achievement, from officials, employees, and citizens. He also saluted all the martyrs and mujahideen who achieved the victory of May 25, 2000.' General Ibrahim Calls for National Reconstruction as True Liberation Lebanon's Former General Security Chief, Major General Abbas Ibrahim, commemorated Lebanon's Liberation Day as 'one of the noblest chapters of dignity and sacrifice.' In a post on 'X', he lamented the heavy losses and destruction caused by recent intense warfare that engulfed the country, with Israeli occupation persisting over certain Lebanese stances. في #ذكرى_التحرير في الخامس والعشرين من أيار العام 2000، نستحضر احدى أنبل محطات العزّ والتضحيات والكرامة الوطنية. ولكن هذه الذكرى تحل هذا العام مثقلة بالخسائر بعد حرب شرسة امتدت من أقصى الوطن إلى أقصاه. نستقبل هذا العيد وقلوبنا دامية على من فقدنا وعلى بلدات أحرقتها النيران، فيما… — اللواء عباس إبراهيم (@MGAbbasIbrahim) May 25, 2025 General Ibrahim stressed that this anniversary is not only a time for celebration but also a critical call to prioritize the reconstruction of the south and all affected areas through a clear national plan. He emphasized that true liberation means rebuilding the land for its rightful owners and reaffirming national sovereignty. 'The people of the south resisted not just for their region but for all Lebanon,' Ibrahim noted, underscoring that protecting the land and rebuilding what was destroyed is a collective national responsibility that cannot be delayed. Despite ongoing pain, he expressed hope for a just state that unites all Lebanese around their rights and recognizes that every inch of Lebanese soil is a sacred trust. 'What was lost can be restored when wills unite and the national interest prevails,' General Abbas concluded.
Saudi Gazette
2 days ago
- Politics
- Saudi Gazette
Lebanon begins plan to disarm Palestinian factions in refugee camps
BEIRUT — A Lebanese government-led committee held its first meeting Friday to begin developing a timetable and mechanism for the disarmament of Palestinian factions in Lebanon's refugee camps. The Lebanese-Palestinian Dialogue Committee, which acts as a liaison between Palestinian refugees and the Lebanese state, said the meeting was attended by Prime Minister Nawaf Salam and resulted in an agreement to 'launch a process for the disarmament of weapons according to a specific timetable.' The group also committed to improving the economic and social rights of Palestinian refugees in Lebanon. A Lebanese official familiar with the talks, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said implementation of the disarmament plan is expected to begin within a month. The meeting comes on the heels of a visit by Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas, during which he and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun affirmed that Palestinian factions would not use Lebanon as a base for attacks against Israel and agreed that all weapons must ultimately fall under Lebanese government control. Multiple Palestinian groups operate inside Lebanon's 12 refugee camps, including Abbas' Fatah movement, Hamas, and several other Islamist and leftist factions. The camps lie largely outside Lebanese state control and have seen frequent violent clashes between rival groups, with impacts spilling over into surrounding communities. The issue of weapons in the camps gained urgency after Hamas and allied Palestinian groups joined Hezbollah in last year's conflict with Israel, which ended in a ceasefire in November. Since then, international and domestic pressure has increased on Hezbollah to disarm — and now appears to be extending to Palestinian factions as well. Ihsan Ataya of the Palestinian Islamic Jihad group expressed skepticism about the timing of the disarmament initiative, suggesting it may be tied to U.S. pressure to resettle refugees and "eliminate the symbolism of resistance" linked to Palestinians' right of return. 'We adhere to the laws of the host country,' he said, 'but we question how this will be implemented.' Hamas spokesperson Jihad Taha told Lebanon's Al Jadeed TV that the group has no 'military centers' in or outside of the camps and is committed to maintaining security and stability. He emphasized Hamas' desire to maintain positive relations with Lebanese authorities but did not clarify whether the group would comply with the disarmament plan. The Lebanese official said Hamas' office in Beirut would be allowed to remain open so long as it functions solely for political — not military — activities. Nearly 500,000 Palestinians are registered with the UN Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) in Lebanon, though estimates suggest only around 200,000 remain in the country. Palestinians in Lebanon face widespread legal restrictions, are barred from many professions, and cannot own property. — Agencies
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
Lebanon launches process to disarm Palestinian factions in refugee camps
A joint Lebanese-Palestinian committee tasked with the removal of weapons held by Palestinian factions in Lebanon's refugee camps has met for the first time to begin hashing out a timetable for disarming the groups. The Lebanese-Palestinian Dialogue Committee, a government body serving as interlocutor between Palestinian refugees and officials, met on Friday with Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam in attendance. The group said that 'participants agreed to launch a process for the disarmament of weapons according to a specific timetable'. It added that it also aimed to take steps to 'enhance the economic and social rights of Palestinian refugees'. A Lebanese government source told the news agency AFP that disarmament in the country's 12 official camps for Palestinian refugees, which host multiple Palestinian factions, including Fatah, its rivals Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad, and a range of other groups, could begin in mid-June. Under a decades-old agreement, Lebanese authorities do not control the camps, where security is managed by Palestinian factions. The meeting comes as the Lebanese government faces increasing international pressure to remove weapons from the Iran-aligned Lebanese armed group Hezbollah, which fought a war with Israel last year. 'The message is clear. There is a new era, a new balance of power, and a new leadership in Lebanon, which is pushing ahead with monopolising arms in the hands of the state,' said Al Jazeera's Zeina Khodr, reporting from Beirut. 'It has already begun to dismantle Hezbollah's military infrastructure in southern Lebanon, and the next phase appears to be the disarmament of Palestinian groups in camps before it addresses the issue of Hezbollah's weapons in the rest of the country,' she this week, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas – leader of the Palestine Liberation Organization, dominated by his Fatah party, visited Lebanon and said in a speech that the weapons in the camps 'hurt Lebanon and the Palestinian cause'. During Abbas's visit, he and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun announced an agreement that Palestinian factions would not use Lebanon as a launchpad for any attacks against Israel, and that weapons would be consolidated under the authority of the Lebanese government. Al Jazeera's Khodr signalled that several factions appeared to be against disarmement. 'While Abbas's Palestinian Authority may be recognised internationally as the representative body of the Palestinian people, there are many armed groups, among them, Hamas and [Palestinian] Islamic Jihad, who … believe in armed struggle against Israel,' she said. 'Without consensus among the factions, stability could remain elusive.'
