Najib Mikati's visit to Damascus marked Lebanon's first official presence in Syria since 2010, meeting with Ahmad Al-Sharaa at the People's Palace. The visit coincided with President Joseph Aoun's announcement of Saudi Arabia as his first foreign destination, signaling a dual-track diplomatic approach.
Israeli forces continued operations in southern Lebanon, demolishing houses in Aita al-Shaab while Lebanese Army units deployed in Qouzah and Ramia areas. A drone strike in Kounine resulted in two injuries.
The UAE announced plans to reopen its Beirut embassy, while Syrian authorities claimed to have thwarted an ISIS attack on the Sayyida Zeinab shrine. By evening, opposition forces announced their support for Fouad Makhzoumi as prime minister candidate, challenging Mikati's expected nomination in Monday's consultations.