President Aoun announced work on Palestinian disarmament will begin mid-June in three Beirut camps, concretizing the timeline established in previous days' discussions. This followed Prime Minister Salam's declaration that Lebanon "won't remain silent over any arms outside state control." MP Raad noted "wide areas of understanding" with President Aoun after their Baabda meeting, while relations with Salam appeared strained.
Municipal election aftermath dominated early reporting, with FPM claiming victory in Metn union elections while Kataeb's Nicole Gemayel promised vigilance. Gebran Bassil announced his party's continued dominance and prospects in Jezzine.
Israeli airstrikes targeted Brital outskirts amid reports of a new Israeli "killing line" in southern Lebanon. Another UNIFIL vehicle was stopped in Laylake, continuing a pattern of incidents. Regional attention focused on Trump hinting at Iran nuclear talks announcements "in the next two days" while American reports warned against military action.