Before noon today, Baabda Palace witnessed a series of parliamentary meetings held by President Michel Aoun, during which he discussed with several MPs the situation in Lebanese regions amid ongoing Israeli attacks, as well as the conditions of Lebanese displaced persons forced to leave their homes and towns due to bombardment, and the state’s efforts to secure shelter and essential resources to enable them to continue living with dignity.
MPs Hagop Kassarjian and Agop Terzian
In this context, President Aoun received the "Armenian MPs Bloc," consisting of Hagop Kassarjian and Agop Terzian, who said after the meeting:
"We are visiting His Excellency the President today under circumstances that are, to say the least, exceptional—exceptional in their horrors, terrors, difficulties, and challenges. In such circumstances, it is the least we can do to visit the office that represents the unity of the nation, its people, land, and institutions. We discussed the ongoing wars in the region and reflected on the severity of the aggression against Lebanon, the suffering of entire regions, and the threats to important parts of the country. We also reviewed the issue of displacement and what our forcibly displaced citizens are enduring, as well as the efforts to alleviate their suffering and the needs that must be met.
We did not neglect to discuss the living and social crises affecting broad segments of Lebanese society.
We affirmed to His Excellency that no effort should be spared, and that communication with international organizations and friendly and sister countries is essential to find ways to halt the fierce aggression and atrocities being committed."
MP Wael Bou Faour
President Aoun also met with MP Wael Bou Faour to discuss the current situation in Lebanon and the region, the repercussions of the Israeli aggression on Lebanon, and the importance of maintaining civil peace, which is considered a cornerstone for resilience, stability, and helping Lebanon overcome this critical phase.
MP Najat Aoun Saliba
President Aoun received MP Najat Aoun Saliba to discuss the situation of Lebanese displaced persons in Chouf, the hosting of these displaced families by local residents, and ways to provide necessary support and assistance.
After the meeting, MP Saliba said:
"My visit to the President is to support his initiative to end the war.
Diplomatic channels are the way forward, and every day we allow others’ wars to continue on our land is an additional contribution to Lebanon’s destruction.
At the same time, we have over one million displaced Lebanese, and Chouf was among the first to host them. Local residents making this effort deserve appreciation, as do the newcomers, who are welcomed by their fellow citizens as long as we remain peaceful and law-abiding.
Regarding security concerns, the danger is not real. I have visited these areas and seen how people coexist.
As long as no weapons are smuggled into areas hosting displaced persons, whether in rented accommodations or shelters, people are willing to help one another. We hope that Hezbollah, the Iranian Revolutionary Guard, and all mercenaries refrain from sowing discord among Lebanese, who know well how to live together in harmony and do not need anyone to teach them this. Anyone wishing to incite division should stay away, as it will not achieve the intended results."
Former MP Fares Souaid
President Aoun also met with former MP Fares Souaid, head of the "Lady of the Mountain Gathering," to discuss the general situation in the country in light of the current security and political developments.
Director General of Électricité du Liban
At Baabda Palace, President Aoun met with the Chairman and Director General of Électricité du Liban, Eng.
Dr. Kamal Hayek, who briefed the President on Lebanon’s electricity situation amid the military escalation, which caused damage to several stations in the southern suburbs, South Lebanon, and the Bekaa.
Eng. Hayek assured President Aoun that electricity supply is secured for a foreseeable period through the production policy adopted by the corporation under the current circumstances, considering reduced revenue collection and rising oil prices.
He also presented the extent of damage to stations located in conflict zones, while maintenance teams work to repair faults outside these areas to restore electricity to regions including Tyre, Wadi Jilo, and Marjeyoun, despite the security challenges faced by the corporation and its technicians. The same applies to the southern suburbs, the Bekaa, and other Lebanese regions.
Eng. Hayek confirmed that electricity is secured for state facilities such as Rafic Hariri International Airport, Beirut Port, water stations and wells, official administrations, and more, and stressed that the corporation will continue ensuring uninterrupted power supply.
