Despite the analyses and predictions regarding the fate of the sixth session for electing a president of the republic taking place this Thursday, and what it may bring in terms of changes in positions or the emergence of new alliances that could alter the current equation, the political scene remains unchanged. This is despite the high-profile statements from Maronite Patriarch Bechara Boutros Al-Rai, who called for a national conference, and Hezbollah Secretary-General Hassan Nasrallah, who specified the criteria for a president acceptable to the party.
Political sources anticipated that the outcome of this Thursday's session would be similar to previous ones, based on the new position announced by the Speaker of Parliament, Nabih Berri, who questioned: "Is it reasonable for a president to be elected with 33 votes?" This is a clear indication of the necessity for consensus on the name of the president and to achieve agreement regarding it.
In parallel, MP William Tawk ruled out any new developments regarding the presidential election session this Thursday, waiting for a resolution both internally and externally. Speaking to "Anbaa" electronic news, he stated that no significant outcomes are expected from the meeting of independent MPs and their Change colleagues due to differing visions and ideas among them, as well as a lack of clear atmosphere for electing a president.
Tawk anticipated that a president would be elected before reaching an international conference, emphasizing that Lebanon is not abandoned and that there are genuine efforts locally and externally to complete this entitlement.
Commenting on the rise in prospects for the head of the Marada Movement, Sleiman Frangieh, following hints from Hezbollah, he noted that the party has not yet officially declared this; however, it is what has been read in the media. Tawk pointed out that there are some obstacles preventing the announcement of Frangieh's candidacy, including opposition from the Free Patriotic Movement to his nomination.
