Title: Lebanese Forces Demand Appointment of New Central Bank Governor

The Lebanese Forces party called on the government today, Thursday, to immediately appoint a new governor for the Central Bank of Lebanon, following the issuance of an international warrant against the current governor, Riad Salameh. The statement warned that "following the international warrant, international bodies will no longer deal with him, which will exacerbate the financial crisis and complicate its development." The party cautioned against the appointment of known cronies and allies, especially in such a sensitive position, emphasizing the significance and great reliance on the role of the governorship amid the financial crisis gripping the country. It urged for a swift resolution to the current financial crisis, underscoring the importance of the role of the Central Bank governor at this level.