Lebanon’s President Vows Iron-Fisted Response to Civil Unrest

The President highlighted that security forces are already taking rigorous measures, including weapon seizures and targeted arrests, to maintain order. Aoun reassured the public that there is no appetite for a new civil war in Lebanon, asserting that those attempting to exploit the current crisis will fail. Regarding the deteriorating situation in the south, he described it as "tragic" due to severe Israeli violations and noted that international diplomatic efforts are underway to find a resolution.