PM Mikati's Vatican visit coincided with Lebanese Army's implementation of Resolution 1701 in southern regions. Morning papers focused on secured quorum for January 9 presidential session, though Lebanese Forces maintained potential veto power.
By midday, Israeli forces conducted new strikes near Khardali road, resulting in one fatality. Lebanese Army continued unexploded ordnance clearing operations across multiple southern locations. Reports emerged of a civilian abduction across the technical fence near Majidiyeh.
Evening brought confirmation of Russian troop withdrawals from Syrian frontlines while maintaining main bases. Hezbollah's Qassem addressed supply route losses through Syria while claiming victory in preventing Israeli objectives. Israeli military chief Halevi spoke from Golan about preemptive measures, while reports indicated 60 Israeli strikes across Syria during final evening hours.