20:42⇢Jumblatt Visits Syria to Discuss Citizen Protection
⌨The newspapers report on Walid Jumblatt's visit to Syria, where he met with Farouk al-Sharaa and discussed Syria's responsibility to protect its citizens (Al Joumhouria, LBC, LBCI). Israeli media coverage indicates the Security Cabinet supports plans to expand the Gaza operation (Annahar). Economic issues feature prominently with reports on Adnan Qassar's financial legacy, from "Paradise Papers" to depositor issues (Janoubia), and a report on countries with the lowest GDP per capita (Lebanon24). The Kataeb party is preparing for the May 4 elections, framing it as an opportunity to confront deprivation. Additionally, the government has approved a draft law on judicial independence (L'Orient-Le Jour).