10:25⇢Central Bank Pursues International Prosecution of Embezzlers
The newspapers report on Lebanon's Central Bank pursuing international prosecution of embezzlers and collaborating with Alvarez & Marsal consultancy on recovery efforts (Kataeb, LBC, LBCI). Israeli violations continue with drone attacks on prefabricated homes in Mhaibib (Naharnet) and military actions during southern Lebanon elections, which Speaker Berri says were "always accounted for" (Al Joumhouria). Lebanese Defense Minister Haykal states these violations impede full army deployment in southern Lebanon (L'Orient-Le Jour). Meanwhile, discussion continues regarding Palestinian President Abbas's visit and its potential impact on Palestinian weapons in Lebanon (Lebanon24).08:06⇢Iran Accepts Oman's Proposal for Fifth US Talks in Rome
The newspapers report on Iran's agreement to Oman's proposal for a fifth round of negotiations with Washington in Rome (Al Joumhouria), while Lebanon24 questions whether recent US threats against Iran are deliberate leaks or genuine warnings, noting Tehran's response. Weather forecasts predict warm spring weather turning hot early next week (LBC, LBCI). L'Orient-Le Jour examines the Cairo Agreement regarding Palestinian armed presence in Lebanon, continuing the ongoing discussion about weapons control that featured in earlier coverage of the Abbas-Aoun joint statement.04:30⇢Netanyahu Threatens While Ortagus Negotiates With Lebanon
The newspapers report on Netanyahu's threats and Ortagus's negotiations with Lebanon (Addiyar), as the latter responds with anticipation and agreements. A violent day in South Lebanon saw a third assassination operation in Aitaroun (Janoubia). On Palestinian weapons, Lebanon24 and L'Orient-Le Jour cover the Aoun-Abbas agreement on state monopoly of arms, questioning Hamas's position. Domestically, municipal election battles continue in Metn and Arqoub regions (Addiyar, El Nashra), while the Prime Minister travels from Baghdad to Dubai seeking to repair Gulf relations (Kataeb).18:31⇢Cairo Agreement Scrutinized As Palestinian Arms Debate Continues
The newspapers report on Palestinian armed presence in Lebanon, with L'Orient-Le Jour examining the Cairo Agreement that regulates it. Regional tensions continue as Al-Manar reports Israeli aviation struggles due to Yemeni blockade restrictions. On the financial front, Lebanon24 covers an American report identifying an African country that allegedly assisted Hezbollah. Domestically, the Kataeb party leader received a delegation from Bologna municipality (Kataeb), while coverage continues of the banking crisis centered on lost deposits and illicit enrichment (Janoubia).