Minister of Displaced Persons Kamel Shihadeh: “No retreat—the decision to expel the Iranian ambassador was taken in solidarity and coordination with the President and the Prime Minister.”
Minister of Industry Joe Issa Al-Khouri: “There will be no retreat on the decision, and ‘no one wants to defend Iran.’”
Minister of Labor Mohammad Haidar: “The approach is not to participate in the session if nothing changes beforehand.”
Minister of Agriculture Nizar Hani: “I will discuss several proposals; the Iranian ambassador issue has dominated the agenda, but there is no danger to the government.”
Minister of Justice Adel Nassar: “The boycott decision by Amal Movement and Hezbollah during this crisis and under these circumstances is unjustified.”
Minister of Tourism: “I am against Iran’s interference in Lebanese affairs, and the government needed to send this message to Iran.”
Minister of Information Paul Merheb: “We are confident that our colleagues are keen on maintaining the stability of the country and the government.”
