Morning media focused on PM-designate Nawaf Salam's emerging technocratic cabinet and negotiations with the Shiite duo. Coverage shifted dramatically with Israeli Army Chief Halevi's resignation announcement, taking responsibility for October 7 failures and planning departure for March 6. This coincided with escalating Israeli operations in Jenin, resulting in six Palestinian casualties.
Saudi Foreign Minister announced plans to visit Lebanon, signaling renewed Gulf engagement following presidential elections. The deadline crisis for Israeli withdrawal from South Lebanon intensified, with President Aoun reporting international diplomatic support. Hezbollah official Abu Zeinab issued ultimatum for Sunday withdrawal.
Evening brought reports of Hezbollah Sheikh Mohammed Hamadeh's assassination in Mashghara, Western Bekaa, while fuel prices increased by 10,000-13,000 LBP across categories.