The day state arms exclusivity plan progresses

Lebanese media on September 6th extensively covered the ongoing implications of the previous day's cabinet decision on the army's arms exclusivity plan. Morning reports indicated a prevailing "cooling down" and "Lebanese compromise," with the government welcoming the plan, yet deep tensions concerning the army's relationship with "the Party" persisted, marking a "new turning point." Throughout the day, a clear drive for the state's arms monopoly was emphasized, with Speaker Berri affirming the plan "preserves civil peace." Hezbollah interpreted the decision as an "opportunity to return to wisdom." Meanwhile, the Kataeb party insisted on the state's advancement in restricting weapons, dismissing threats. International backing emerged, with France welcoming the government's adoption of the plan. Concurrently, President Aoun reiterated calls for the US to pressure Israel for withdrawal from South Lebanon, linking internal and regional security dynamics.