Mikati condemns Israeli aggression in South Lebanon, calls for international intervention

NNA – Caretaker Prime Minister, Najib Mikati, on Friday began the cabinet session with a strong condemnation of ongoing Israeli attacks on South Lebanon. He emphasized that these deliberate killings, destruction of towns, and burning of crops are not only condemnable, but also constitute a destructive and terrorist aggression that the international community must halt. Mikati reiterated Lebanon's commitment to fully implementing UN Resolution 1701.

The PM then expressed gratitude to friendly nations for their efforts to halt Israeli aggression and welcomed UN Security Council Resolution 2732, which outlines a roadmap to cease the fighting in Gaza. He urged for its swift implementation to prevent a broader regional conflict.

This week, Mikati attended the "Emergency Humanitarian Response in Gaza" conference in Jordan, where Lebanon's presence and stance were reinforced. He emphasized the need for continued support for Lebanon and pressure on Israel. The conference laid the groundwork for another event to launch a support campaign for Gaza and affected areas.

Mikati further highlighted the prolonged vacancy in Lebanon's presidency, urging all parties to engage in dialogue to elect a new president and restore stability to the country's institutions. He welcomed and appreciated all initiatives towards this goal.

The Prime Minister also acknowledged the Internal Security Forces on their anniversary, thanking the UAE for its support and commending Qatar for its continuous efforts to enhance the capabilities of the Lebanese Army.

He celebrated the recognition of the Lebanese University by QS Rankings for 2025 as the top institution in Lebanon for its professional and academic reputation.

Mikati went on to address the proposal from the Ministry of Economy and Trade regarding Qatar Electricity's offer. He detailed the steps taken to negotiate the development of 100 MW of solar power in two locations, highlighting the need for legal and contractual clarity. He noted that TotalEnergies had withdrawn from acquiring existing licenses and emphasized the necessity of a legal framework for a 25-year Power Purchase Agreement.

Looking ahead to the summer tourism season, Mikati praised the efforts of the Minister of Tourism and expressed hope for a successful season that would bolster Lebanon's status on the global tourism map, welcoming both Lebanese expatriates and Arab visitors.

Mikati concluded by reaffirming his respect for the judiciary amid recent political debates, clarifying the government's position on legal matters related to old rent laws and teachers. He extended his best wishes to all the Lebanese for a peaceful and blessed Eid al-Adha.

Mikati at “Urgent Humanitarian Response for Gaza” conference in Jordan: Our south and its people are in a real catastrophe

NNA - Caretaker Prime Minister, Najib Mikati, on Tuesday delivered a word at the  ‘Urgent Humanitarian Response for Gaza’ Conference, held at the King Hussein Bin Talal Convention Center in the Dead Sea, Jordan, saying, “We are meeting today to support the people of Gaza in the face of the Israeli aggression. I am coming today from a homeland that is suffering the repercussions of this war on its land, including killing, displacement and destruction."

“The approach of destruction followed by Israel is unprecedented in history, and we experience it daily in Lebanon on the land of our precious south, which has been drenched with the blood of the martyrs and the wounded and has become a land scorched by the lava of crimality, as a repercussion  to the destructive plan in Gaza and a continuation of it,” Premier Mikati said.

“From this platform, we call on the countries of the world to intervene with all force to stop what is happening after 75 years of ignoring the rights of the Palestinians, in the hope that Security Council Resolution No. 2735 that was issued yesterday, which we welcome in the name of the Lebanese state, will be the first step, even if modest, towards stability, in order to reach the desired peace through the Palestinians gaining their right to their independent state. All else are mere projects that will not succeed, and cannot be imposed by the force of reality or the reality of force,” Mikati added.

“Lebanon is accustomed to feeling the Arab pain and carrying the issues of the Arabs because they are its people and family and it has paid a heavy price in terms of the lives of its people and its infrastructure. Today, Lebanon is ready to provide relief to the injured in Gaza, especially children, in its hospitals and to support them as an expression of its solidarity with them, in addition to helping to equip and rehabilitate medical cadres to compensate for Israel’s killing of hundreds of health sector workers.”

“We are also ready to cooperate with the Palestinian Authority to complete the necessary administrative arrangements to facilitate the crossing of the wounded for treatment and then return safely to their country quickly.”

Mikati continued: “You, beloved ones, can imagine the extent of the damage occurring in Lebanon as a result of the ongoing aggression since the eighth of last October. The damage is enormous in educational facilities, health, developmental and agricultural facilities, as well as in livestock and agricultural wealth.”

The PM concluded: “Our south and its people, are in a real and indescribable catastrophe, and the ongoing aggression is continuing to systematically kill, destroy and burn, turning southern Lebanon into a barren and scorched land. Therefore, I am presenting this matter to you so that you can be, as you have always been, standing by your second country, Lebanon, and I am confident that you will not fall short in that... of stretching a helping hand and assisting and repairing the damage, and helping and supporting people in reconstruction and steadfastness... because the symbolic Lebanon will remain an important country for you, no matter how severe the crises are.”

Mikati from parliament: EU aid to Lebanon unconditional

NNA - Caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati explained Wednesday to the parliament that the fresh aid package offered to Lebanon by the European Union is unconditioned, and that no agreement has been signed in that respect.

"I confirm that the aid is not conditioned by any prior or subsequent condition, and no agreement has been inked with the European Union regarding it," Mikati told a parliament session devoted to discussing the aid and the displaced Syrians' file.

Mikati stressed the necessity of full accord between the Lebanese to resolve the Syria displacement issue.

"The European aid announced by European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen in the presence of the Cypriot President is a confirmation of the periodic aid the European Commission has been providing to Lebanon for years," Mikati said.

"This European support is devoted to the basic services offered by the Commission to the governmental institutions in the fields of social protection, education, water and healthcare," he explained.

"The President of the European Commission has promised a re-evaluation of this aid every six months in light of Lebanon's need. She also promised doubled amounts and European investments in Lebanon once the required reform laws are approved," he added.

"We insisted that this aid be aimed at encouraging the Syrian displaced to return to their country and not to stay in Lebanon," he said.

"The government has never failed to make the suitable decision regarding the displaced file, and the army and security apparatuses are assuming their duties to curb the unjustified displacement which is threatening the independence of our entity," he underlined.

"What is needed today is a unified national position away from outbidding and accusations," he concluded.

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Joint press conference for PM Mikati and his Palestinian counterpart, Rami Hamdallah
Thursday, Nov 28, 2013
PM mikati receiving Palestiniam PM Rami Hamdallah
Thursday, Nov 28, 2013
PM mikati receiving Palestiniam PM Rami Hamdallah
Thursday, Nov 28, 2013
PM mikati receiving Palestiniam PM Rami Hamdallah
Thursday, Nov 28, 2013
PM mikati receiving Palestiniam PM Rami Hamdallah
Thursday, Nov 28, 2013
PM mikati receiving Palestiniam PM Rami Hamdallah
Thursday, Nov 28, 2013
PM mikati meeting with Palestiniam PM Rami Hamdallah
Thursday, Nov 28, 2013
PM mikati meeting with Palestiniam PM Rami Hamdallah
Thursday, Nov 28, 2013
Ceremony at the Grand Serail to celebrate the graduation of the seventh promotion of premiership guard brigade
Thursday, Nov 28, 2013
Ceremony at the Grand Serail to celebrate the graduation of the seventh promotion of premiership guard brigade
Thursday, Nov 28, 2013
Ceremony at the Grand Serail to celebrate the graduation of the seventh promotion of premiership guard brigade
Thursday, Nov 28, 2013
US Ambassador to Lebanon, David Hale
Thursday, Nov 28, 2013
Norwegian Special Envoy to the Middle East Jon Hanssen Bauer
Thursday, Nov 28, 2013
Pakistani Ambassador to Lebanon Rana Rhayem
Thursday, Nov 28, 2013
Qatar Prince, Sheikh Tamim Ben Hamad Al-Tani
Wednesday, Nov 27, 2013
Qatar Prince, Sheikh Tamim Ben Hamad Al-Tani
Wednesday, Nov 27, 2013
Qatar Prince, Sheikh Tamim Ben Hamad Al-Tani
Wednesday, Nov 27, 2013
Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasir Al-Tani
Wednesday, Nov 27, 2013
Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasir Al-Tani
Wednesday, Nov 27, 2013
Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Abdullah bin Nasir Al-Tani
Wednesday, Nov 27, 2013
French Foreign Minister, Laurent Fabius
Tuesday, Nov 26, 2013
French Foreign Minister, Laurent Fabius
Tuesday, Nov 26, 2013
Ceremony at Monaco marking Lebanon's 70th independence
Tuesday, Nov 26, 2013
Ceremony at Monaco marking Lebanon's 70th independence
Tuesday, Nov 26, 2013
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan
Thursday, Nov 21, 2013
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan
Thursday, Nov 21, 2013
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan
Thursday, Nov 21, 2013
Iran's Assistant Foreign Minister for the Arab region and African Affairs, Hussein Amir Al-Lahyyan
Wednesday, Nov 20, 2013
The Higher Defense Council (HDC)
Wednesday, Nov 20, 2013
The Higher Defense Council (HDC)
Wednesday, Nov 20, 2013
President Sleiman, PM Mikati
Wednesday, Nov 20, 2013
UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon, Derek Plumbly
Tuesday, Nov 19, 2013
Deputy Assistant Secretary for Energy Diplomacy at the U.S. Department of State, Amos Hochstein
Tuesday, Nov 19, 2013
Caretaker Minister of Social Affairs, Wael Abu Faour
Tuesday, Nov 19, 2013
Emergency meeting for the disaster and national crisis risk management unit
Tuesday, Nov 19, 2013
Emergency meeting for the disaster and national crisis risk management unit
Tuesday, Nov 19, 2013
A delegation of economic organizations
Monday, Nov 18, 2013
A delegation of economic organizations
Monday, Nov 18, 2013
Caretaker Water and Energy Minister Gibran Bassil
Monday, Nov 18, 2013
State Minister Marwan Kheireddine
Monday, Nov 18, 2013
Ambassador of Qatar Hamad bin Ali al-Meri
Monday, Nov 18, 2013
Head of Middle East and North Africa Department from the Swedish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Robert Rydberg
Monday, Nov 18, 2013
Azm Youth annual ceremony
Saturday, Nov 16, 2013
Azm Youth annual ceremony
Saturday, Nov 16, 2013
Azm Youth annual ceremony
Saturday, Nov 16, 2013
Lunch banquet in honor of the participants at the annual conference of Arab Banks Union
Friday, Nov 15, 2013
Lunch banquet in honor of the participants at the annual conference of Arab Banks Union
Friday, Nov 15, 2013
U.S. Under Secretary of the Treasury, David Glazer and U.S. Ambassador David Hale
Friday, Nov 15, 2013
Former deputy Premier Elias el Murr
Wednesday, Nov 13, 2013
Association of Banks in Lebanon
Wednesday, Nov 13, 2013
Meeting of the municipalities' disciplinary body
Wednesday, Nov 13, 2013
President Sleiman, PM Mikati
Wednesday, Nov 13, 2013
Romanian Ambassador to Lebanon, Victor Mercia
Tuesday, Nov 12, 2013
Delegation of Kabiit village (Akkar)
Tuesday, Nov 12, 2013
Head of the IMF mission in Lebanon Annalisa Fedelino
Tuesday, Nov 12, 2013
MP Boutros Harb
Tuesday, Nov 12, 2013
Lebanese French Author, Amin Maalouf
Monday, Nov 11, 2013
European Commissioner of the Internal Market and Services, Michel Barnier
Monday, Nov 11, 2013
Caretaker Minister of Justice Shakib Qortbawi and State Shoura Council head, Shoukri Sader
Monday, Nov 11, 2013
Caretaker Minister of General Health, Hassan Khalil
Monday, Nov 11, 2013
Speaker Berri, PM Mikati
Saturday, Nov 09, 2013
The secretary general of the higher Lebanese-Syrian Council, Nasri Khoury
Saturday, Nov 09, 2013
USAID senior, Rajiv Shah, and the US Ambassador to Lebanon, David Hale
Friday, Nov 08, 2013
Kuwaiti ambassador Abdel Aal Al-Kinai
Friday, Nov 08, 2013
Caretaker Justice Minister, Shakib Cortbawi
Friday, Nov 08, 2013
Lebanese Ambassador to Syria, Michel Khoury
Friday, Nov 08, 2013
PM Mikati visiting the "Salon Du Livre Francophone" festival at Biel
Friday, Nov 08, 2013
PM Mikati visiting the "Salon Du Livre Francophone" festival at Biel
Friday, Nov 08, 2013
PM Mikati visiting the "Salon Du Livre Francophone" festival at Biel
Friday, Nov 08, 2013
PM Mikati visiting the "Salon Du Livre Francophone" festival at Biel
Friday, Nov 08, 2013
US Ambassador to Lebanon, David Hale
Thursday, Nov 07, 2013
Head of the Constitutional Council, Judge Issam Sleiman and the Secretary General of the higher privatization council Ziad Hayek
Thursday, Nov 07, 2013
Governor of the Bank of Lebanon, Riad Salameh
Tuesday, Nov 05, 2013
Outgoing Minister of Economy Nicolas Nahhas
Tuesday, Nov 05, 2013
Delegation from the command of the Lebanese army
Tuesday, Nov 05, 2013
Lebanese Ambassador in Poland Michel Katra
Tuesday, Nov 05, 2013
President Sleiman, PM Mikati, Minister Charbel
Sunday, Nov 03, 2013
Conferees explored tearing down of illegal structures built on public property
Sunday, Nov 03, 2013
EU Ambassadress to Lebanon Angelina Eichhorst
Saturday, Nov 02, 2013
Minister of the Interior and Municipalities Marwan Charbel and Acting General Director of Internal Security Forces Ibrahim Basbous
Saturday, Nov 02, 2013
Caretaker minister of Public Works and Transportation Ghazi Aridi
Saturday, Nov 02, 2013
President of the Central Inspection Board, Judge George Awaad
Saturday, Nov 02, 2013
UN peace envoy Lakhdar Brahimi
Friday, Nov 01, 2013
UN peace envoy Lakhdar Brahimi
Friday, Nov 01, 2013
Delegation of Tripoli MPs
Friday, Nov 01, 2013
Delegation of the World Lebanese Cultural Union
Friday, Nov 01, 2013
The Executive Director of UNICEF, Anthony Lake
Thursday, Oct 31, 2013
Economy and Trade Minister, Nicholas Nahhas
Thursday, Oct 31, 2013
Minister Ahmad Karame
Thursday, Oct 31, 2013
MP Qassem Hashem
Thursday, Oct 31, 2013
Head of Jbeil Municipality, Ziad Hawat
Thursday, Oct 31, 2013
The Secretary General of the Arab Attorneys Union, Dr. Omar Zein
Thursday, Oct 31, 2013
Delegation of El-Smaili family
Thursday, Oct 31, 2013
Inauguration of workshop on post explosions
Wednesday, Oct 30, 2013
Inauguration of workshop on post explosions
Wednesday, Oct 30, 2013
Inauguration of workshop on post explosions
Wednesday, Oct 30, 2013
President Sleiman, PM Mikati
Tuesday, Oct 29, 2013
President Sleiman, PM Mikati, General Qahwaji
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UN Special Coordinator for Lebanon, Derek Plumbly
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Russian Ambassador to Lebanon, Alexander Zasypkin
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