The positions expressed by ministers during the Cabinet session, as conveyed by Minister of Information Paul Morkos, reflected mounting pressure on Lebanon across multiple fronts, amid ongoing security and economic repercussions.
In this context, serious health warnings emerged, as the Minister of Health pointed to alarming figures, including 95 direct attacks on medical personnel, highlighting the gravity of the situation and its impact on the healthcare sector.
On the financial front, the Minister of Finance revealed a planned visit to Washington with a delegation of three officials to meet with the World Bank, aiming to convert a number of loans into humanitarian aid. He also intends to request additional support in light of the decline in international assistance to Lebanon compared to 2024, alongside decreasing public revenues.
Regarding living conditions, it was noted that the humanitarian situation remains under control despite cases of monopoly and fraud. The Ministry of Economy continues its efforts to combat these practices, with ongoing work to curb the monopolization of vegetable and meat prices.
The Minister of Justice also addressed the situation in resilient villages, stressing the need to secure their basic needs and ensure the protection of residents under current circumstances.
At the same time, unemployment rates have risen due to the war, reflecting the growing social and economic pressures facing the country.
