Lebanese celebrated Eid al-Fitr amid continued tensions with Israel. Prime Minister Nawaf Salam performed Eid prayers alongside Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman in Mecca, emphasizing Lebanon's commitment to reforms and extending state authority upon his return.
Religious leaders issued sobering statements during holiday sermons, with Archbishop Odeh lamenting that "devils who corrupted souls" continue to hinder reform, while Patriarch Al-Rahi called for Lebanon to adopt "positive neutrality."
Netanyahu asserted that the Lebanese government bears responsibility for attacks from its territory while claiming Israel "respects" Lebanon and its army. This statement follows Israeli strikes on Beirut's southern suburbs in response to mystery rocket launches the previous day.
Reports emerged about potential changes to UNIFIL's mission in southern Lebanon, possibly transforming it into an "UNDOF"-type force. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia and Jordan welcomed Syria's new cabinet formation, signaling potential regional normalization.