Baabda: The Council of Ministers convened at the Baabda Presidential Palace under the leadership of President General Joseph Aoun, with Prime Minister Dr. Nawaf Salam and various ministers present. The session was held to address a ten-item agenda, focusing on crucial national issues.
According to National News Agency - Lebanon, the agenda's primary item was the continuation of discussions on implementing the government's ministerial statement. This particularly relates to the extension of Lebanese state sovereignty across all national territories using the country's own forces exclusively. Additionally, the ministers are set to discuss arrangements for a planned cessation of hostilities scheduled for November 2024.
The agenda also includes several appointments and urgent matters that require immediate decisions. Prior to the session, President Aoun and Prime Minister Salam held a meeting to discuss the latest developments, setting the stage for the day's discussions.