Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri reaffirmed that normalization with Israel is out of the question, emphasizing the country’s firm stance despite ongoing regional tensions.
Speaking to Lebanese Asharq Al-Awsat, Berri stressed that all relevant parties, including Lebanon, Israel, the United States, France, and the UN, should be involved in indirect talks. He added that civilian experts could be consulted when needed, similar to the Blue Line demarcation in 2000, which involved geological and mapping specialists.
“All Israeli threats and airstrikes will not change our position on this matter,” Berri stated firmly.
Although a ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel has been in place since November 27, 2024, Israel continues occasional airstrikes along the Lebanese border, citing operations against Hezbollah threats. The Israeli military maintains forces at five main positions along the frontier.
On Saturday, three Israeli airstrikes targeting vehicles in eastern and southern Lebanon reportedly killed three people and injured 11, according to the National News Agency.
Despite these ongoing attacks, Lebanon is prioritizing postwar reconstruction. Public Works and Transport Minister Fayez Rasamny said the government has completed detailed damage assessments and developed a clear reconstruction plan, though Israeli strikes have repeatedly disrupted work.
Rasamny estimated that total losses from the recent war could exceed $11 billion. Lebanon is set to receive a $250-million World Bank loan to begin rebuilding critical infrastructure, which he described as a starting point for the long reconstruction process.
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