Maronite Patriarch on South Lebanon

The article focused on the Maronite Patriarch Bechara Rai's emphasis that Southern Lebanon is not a bargaining chip and that protecting Lebanon begins with restricting arms to the hands of the state. It highlights the need for a strong military, full sovereignty, and unified national decision-making. He affirmed that the south is Lebanese territory with the right to security and stability, and that the responsibility for protecting the south lies with the state, rejecting any attacks and attempts to undermine regional stability. The article also discussed political factions, noting that Ketaiyb Party leader Sami Gemayel called for stepping out of the era of Iranian guardianship and rejected illegitimate weapons. He emphasized that resolving the weapons issue is a pivotal moment in Lebanon's history and that the solution must come from the state in accordance with the constitution. Meanwhile, Hezbollah refuses to discuss its weapons and insists on its resistance.

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