The Banking Secrecy Law finally entered into force with its publication in the official gazette, marking a crucial step in Lebanon's financial reforms to satisfy IMF requirements. The law was approved by Parliament yesterday and quickly signed by President Aoun.
Lebanon's military developments continued with exceptional security measures implemented at the Lebanese-Syrian border following clashes, while discussions about strengthening the Lebanese army's capabilities after Israeli recognition of its role persisted throughout news cycles.
Judicial progress occurred as former Prime Minister Hassan Diab was questioned by Judge Tarek Bitar in the Beirut port blast investigation, while France delivered satellite images of the explosion with a judicial delegation expected in Beirut on Monday.
President Joseph Aoun traveled to Rome with the First Lady to attend Pope Francis's funeral, stating from there that Lebanon remains a model of unity in diversity despite its wounds.