28 Jun 2025 14:57 PM Berri follows up on developments with Salam, Haykal
Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri received Prime Minister Nawaf Salam at Ain el-Tineh Palace, where they discussed recent developments in Lebanon and the region.
Talks also touched on political and field developments in light of Israel's continued violation of the ceasefire agreement and its attacks on Lebanon, the latest of which was the Israeli airstrike that targeted the Nabatieh area yesterday.
Salam also briefed Berri on the results of his recent visit to the State of Qatar.
The House Speaker later reviewed on-ground developments, particularly in the south, the security situation, and conditions of the military institution during his meeting with Army Commander, General Rodolphe Haykal.
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