12:21⇢Palestinian Disarmament Plans Accelerate
⌨The newspapers report on political developments following Lebanese municipal elections, with Mirna El Murr securing a victory over Nicole Gemayel (Al Joumhouria, Kataeb). Prime Minister Salam declares the government won't remain silent about arms outside state control (Naharnet), while President Aoun announced work will begin next month on Palestinian camps' weapons issues (LBCI, LBC). Regional tensions continue with Israeli police on high alert before the "Flag March" at Al-Aqsa (Al-Manar), and analysis of Hamas's underground capabilities in Gaza (Lebanon24). International pressure on Israel is growing, with concerns about becoming a pariah state (L'Orient-Le Jour).