The Day Barrack's Terms Defined the Response

Lebanese media predominantly covered the unfolding details of the American Barrack proposal throughout the day. Early reports highlighted Speaker Berry's central role in crafting Lebanon's anticipated response, with marathon meetings underway. As the day progressed, specific demands of the Barrack paper emerged, notably linking Hezbollah's disarmament and the future of Shebaa Farms to potential Syrian relations. Media outlets discussed a government commitment to limiting arms to the state, while also revealing internal debates and Hezbollah's insistence on retaining its weapons. By evening, a prominent Hezbollah official explicitly stated the group would not surrender its land or arms to Israel, marking a clear red line. This firm stance immediately shaped the ongoing formulation of Lebanon's official reply to the US proposal, which was reported as prepared but awaiting Hezbollah's final position. Local news included central bank decisions regarding depositors' funds.