The patriarchal edifice hosted a Christian meeting to discuss and ratify the Bkerke Document, which will involve representatives from various Christian groups and parties, excluding the "Mard" movement. According to information, the draft of the Bkerke Document addresses Lebanon's historical and free role, which is gradually transforming into an ideological comprehensive religious state. It also recalls historical constants, namely, freedom, plurality, equality in partnership, respect for the Taif Agreement, international resolutions, neutrality, and decentralized administration.
The document calls for the state's sovereignty to extend over all its territories, the protection of its borders, and placing sovereignty under the protection of the Lebanese army and security forces exclusively, while adopting a clear defense strategy. Furthermore, it emphasizes not to fall into choices that do not serve Lebanon and its people, and to work collectively to elect a president and establish a code of honor among Christians first, and then with other parties.
The document warns of the decline in Christian representation in the public sector, the sale of their lands, the danger of illegal Lebanese and non-Lebanese weapons, Syrian displacement, the naturalization of Palestinians, corruption, and delays in reform.
