PM-designate Nawaf Salam began non-binding parliamentary consultations amid the Shiite duo's boycott, marking their first coordinated absence from such proceedings. By morning, Speaker Berri's office confirmed he would not attend his scheduled 10:00 AM consultation, though arrangements were made for a Friday meeting with Salam.
Parliamentary blocs presented varying demands throughout the day, with the Free Patriotic Movement notably softening its traditional stance on cabinet representation. By afternoon, Biden claimed Lebanon had selected its first PM "free from Hezbollah influence in years."
The Gaza ceasefire agreement dominated evening coverage, with celebrations reported across Lebanese territories, including some injuries from celebratory gunfire. Israeli forces meanwhile conducted their first advance into central Bint Jbeil, establishing earthen barriers between Aitaroun and Ainata.