14:05⇢State Reaffirms Arms Authority
⌨Lebanese newspapers continue to focus on US envoy Barrack's visit and the Lebanese response to his proposal, particularly regarding state authority over weapons. While some reports suggest Barrack is satisfied with the response (Lebanon24, Naharnet), others indicate the Americans are not convinced, emphasizing disarmament first (Janoubia). Lebanese officials, notably Salam, reiterate that only the state holds the decision for war and peace, rejecting any "troika" in negotiations and affirming no arms outside state control (Al Joumhouria, Kataeb, LBC, LBCI).