Prime Minister Salam Reviews Southern Security and Explosives Seizure with Army Chief

Meeting Overview

Prime Minister Nawaf Salam met Tuesday at the Grand Serail with Army Commander General Rodolphe Haykal to discuss the country’s security situation, with particular focus on the south.

Army Deployment and State Authority

Salam followed up on the deployment of the Lebanese Army and its role in extending state authority over all Lebanese territory, according to the National News Agency.

Explosives Seizure and Investigation

The meeting also addressed the issue of recently seized explosives, with Salam praising “the efforts of the Lebanese Armed Forces that led to the seizure of an additional quantity of explosive materials in the al-Qasr area in Hermel.” He stressed “the necessity of continuing investigations to reveal all those involved and the entities behind the smuggling operations, and referring them to the competent judiciary.”

Support for the Armed Forces

Salam affirmed his full support for the Lebanese Army in carrying out its duties, emphasizing “the importance of enhancing its capabilities and enabling it to protect the borders, safeguard the security of the Lebanese people, and extend state authority over all its territory.”