The Lebanese Parliament convened at Nejmeh Square for a session to scrutinize the government's performance. The session began with a moment of silence in honor of former MP Dory Chamoun.
A heated debate erupted between MPs Paula Yacoubian and Ali Ammar, with Ammar exclaiming, "There is no power and no strength except through Allah!"
Deputy Speaker Elias Bou Saab addressed Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, seeking further details about the framework agreement and its progress.
MP Firas Hamdan emphasized the critical issue of the missiles launched, accusing external agendas and the occupation of 500 square kilometers of Lebanese land.
MP Hadi Abou El Hassan criticized the framework agreement for bogging down discussions and leading to a negotiation deadlock.
Free Patriotic Movement leader MP Gebran Bassil stated, "We support negotiations with Israel, not as cover for war continuation but to end it. We support an armistice and peace agreement, but not surrender."
MP Inaya Ezzeddine emphasized the need for extraordinary measures to ensure school children's safe return amidst the current situation.
MP Jamil Al-Sayyed argued that the framework agreement's executive arrangements have not been presented to the Parliament, thereby violating the constitution.
MP Ibrahim Kanaan insisted that government accountability protects the state and citizens, demanding clear answers regarding the state's decisions, reforms, and bank deposits.
MP George Adwan questioned Salam, "How dare you and your government propose weapon restraint? This is unacceptable and must be addressed, as your predecessors failed to do so."
MP Fouad Makhzoumi expressed support for the government, renewing confidence amidst calls for a productive economy and unified Lebanon.
MP Ali Hassan Khalil highlighted varying negotiation strategies, questioning the agreement's cost and its benefits to Lebanon.
MP Hassan Ezzeddine called reliance on foreign powers an illusion, advocating for internal understanding and consensus among Lebanese components.
MP Michel Daher supported transferring the electricity sector to private management.
MP Elias Jaradeh criticized the government for abandoning citizens and succumbing to external pressures.
MP Mark Daou praised the direct negotiation team for their efforts to reclaim southern territories.
MP Ibrahim Moussawi lamented that the government orders the army's withdrawal instead of defending the south.
MP Najat Aoun stressed the importance of holding the resilient southerners accountable despite the significant challenges inherited by the government.
MP Osama Saad demanded clarity on government measures for both civilian and militant martyrs and questioned the government's stance on the Palestinian refugees' right to return and their case status in negotiations.
MP Ziad Hawat emphasized the necessity of continuously questioning the government, expressing numerous observations and queries about its operations.
MP Sami Gemayel cited three unrelated wars leading to the destruction of the south and the occupation of previously unoccupied lands, with approximately 14,000 casualties as a result.