PM-designate Nawaf Salam declared he is "not a mailbox" and rejected treating government formation as "cake distribution," marking his strongest stance yet against political pressure. This coincided with the Quintet ambassadors' meeting supporting his position against imposed conditions.
Israeli forces conducted extensive operations in Taybeh, demolishing eight houses, while the Lebanese Army completed deployment in Kfarchouba amid local celebrations. UN chief Guterres expressed cautious optimism about Lebanon while warning about ceasefire sustainability.
Saudi Foreign Minister's planned visit - the first in 15 years - dominated evening coverage, while reports emerged of Israeli cabinet meeting to discuss extending their southern presence beyond the 60-day deadline. UNIFIL personnel were injured during Israeli demolitions in Markaba, highlighting escalating tensions before the withdrawal deadline.