Beirut: Prime Minister Nawaf Salam wrote on platform "X" that "no matter how deep political differences may be, and while I remain committed to freedom of expression, I have always warned against slipping into forms of expression that involve personal insults, defamation, bullying, and accusations of treason-all of which are condemnable and contribute to fueling tensions and inflaming divisions."
According to National News Agency - Lebanon, Salam emphasized the importance of maintaining a respectful discourse amidst political disagreements. He stressed that while freedom of expression is a fundamental right, it should not be used as a tool for personal attacks and spreading discord.
Salam further urged his fellow citizens to exercise the highest level of awareness and to reject hate speech. He warned of the potential for such rhetoric to drag the country into an atmosphere of strife with unpredictable consequences, highlighting the need for unity and understanding in these challenging times.