A new government was formed in Lebanon on Saturday after more than three weeks of negotiations between rival political parties.
New Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced that the 24-member cabinet would prioritize financial reforms, reconstruction, and the implementation of a United Nations resolution considered key to maintaining stability along the Lebanese-Israeli border.
The Christian Lebanese Forces Party, which has long opposed Hezbollah and has not been part of a cabinet for over five years, selected four ministers, including the Ministers of Foreign Affairs and Energy.
Speaking to reporters at the presidential palace,
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam
expressed hope that the politically diverse cabinet would work in harmony. He emphasized that reform is essential for Lebanon’s future, stating, “Reform is the only path to real salvation.” He highlighted that ensuring security and stability in Lebanon by fully implementing UN Resolution 1701 and the ceasefire agreement, along with Israel's complete withdrawal from Lebanese territory, are top priorities. He also reiterated his commitment to reconstruction, saying, “This is not a promise, but a commitment.”
(File Photo: Lebanon’s
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam
)