News
Latest News
news bulletin
Breaking Headlines
Israel-Gaza War Updates
Variety and Tech
Sports News
Middle East News
World News
Lebanon News
Press Highlights
Lebanon Economy
News Bulletin Reports
Other News
Breaking Headlines
Israel-Gaza War Updates
Variety and Tech
Sports News
Middle East News
World News
Lebanon News
Press Highlights
Lebanon Economy
News Bulletin Reports
Beirut
28
o
Bekaa
24
o
Keserwan
29
o
Metn
29
o
Mount Lebanon
26
o
North
28
o
South
26
o
Live
Video
Audio
Schedule
shows
العربية
watching now
Crystal
SUBSCRIBE
Home
Notification
Live
Video
Audio
shows
Beirut
28
o
Bekaa
24
o
Keserwan
29
o
Metn
29
o
Mount Lebanon
26
o
North
28
o
South
26
o
News
Programs
The News
Breaking Headlines
Israel-Gaza War Updates
Variety and Tech
Sports News
Middle East News
World News
Lebanon News
Press Highlights
Lebanon Economy
News Bulletin Reports
Programs
Series
Movies
Documentaries
Variety
Comedy
Talk Show
News Bulletin
Sports
Breaking News
Latest News
Highlighted News
Most Read
Videos
العربية
Watch the latest programs and the latest developments on your favorite screen
Shows
Join millions of followers
Who We Are
Contact Us
Advertise With Us
Careers
Channel frequencies
Privacy Policy
Terms and Conditions
Legislative debate: Decision surrounding Army Commander uncertain in the absence of a president
News Bulletin Reports
13-12-2023 | 13:10
High views
Share
Share
2
min
Legislative debate: Decision surrounding Army Commander uncertain in the absence of a president
Months of ongoing debates between Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri and Christian blocs, including the Free Patriotic Movement (FPM), Lebanese Forces, and the Kataeb Party, have centered on the legislative approach without a president.
With the recent discussion of extending the term of the Army Commander or postponing his demobilization through legislation passed by the parliament, the legislative topic has resurfaced in the president's absence.
The FPM, known for consistently emphasizing that no legislation for any extension or appointment should take place in the president's absence, made two exceptions.
They participated in the session for the technical extension of municipalities on April 18, 2023, and another session to approve allocations for public sector salaries on June 19, 2023. The party justified these exceptions as necessary and urgent.
Since April 2022, the Lebanese Forces maintained a firm stance, adamantly rejecting legislation in the president's absence. Their position remained unwavering until MP George Adwan provided a justification on November 13 for the Lebanese Forces accepting the principle of legislating necessity for the extension of Army Commander General Joseph Aoun's term.
On the other hand, the Kataeb Party has consistently opposed any legislation in the absolute absence of the president. They are against any party's appointment of a new Army Commander, as they believe this authority belongs exclusively to the president.
Presently, they are increasingly against any legal or constitutional interpretation allowing any appointment or extension in parliament, insisting that such decisions should come through the government.
As Thursday approaches, Lebanese citizens, having learned from past lessons will be observing closely. Those who have taken a stance and stuck to it, and those who have shifted positions, will be scrutinized, prompting questions about the reasons behind such changes.
Lebanon News
News Bulletin Reports
Legislative
Debate
Decision
Army
Commander
Absence
President
Next
Details emerge: Israel strikes building in Beirut's southern suburbs, marking second attack in days
Recommended For You
d-none hideMe
0
News Bulletin Reports
13:06
Expat seats in limbo as Lebanon heads toward 2026 elections
News Bulletin Reports
13:06
Expat seats in limbo as Lebanon heads toward 2026 elections
0
News Bulletin Reports
13:02
Israel pushes deeper into Gaza with new military plan, eyes hostage deal
News Bulletin Reports
13:02
Israel pushes deeper into Gaza with new military plan, eyes hostage deal
0
News Bulletin Reports
12:54
As clock ticks, Lebanon faces pressure over UNIFIL and Hezbollah's weapons — the details
News Bulletin Reports
12:54
As clock ticks, Lebanon faces pressure over UNIFIL and Hezbollah's weapons — the details
0
News Bulletin Reports
14:58
Israeli profiles surface on Lebanese dating apps — real risk or random match?
News Bulletin Reports
14:58
Israeli profiles surface on Lebanese dating apps — real risk or random match?
Subscribe to our VOD
SUBSCRIBE
Our visitors readings
d-none hideMe
0
World News
2025-06-18
Beijing says almost 800 Chinese citizens evacuated from Iran
World News
2025-06-18
Beijing says almost 800 Chinese citizens evacuated from Iran
0
Lebanon News
2025-07-02
Lebanon's General Security moves to regulate Syrian entry through all crossings
Lebanon News
2025-07-02
Lebanon's General Security moves to regulate Syrian entry through all crossings
0
World News
13:14
Macron says wants EU-US trade deal 'as soon as possible'
World News
13:14
Macron says wants EU-US trade deal 'as soon as possible'
0
Israel-Gaza War Updates
2025-07-02
Israel says it is serious about reaching a ceasefire, cites positive signs
Israel-Gaza War Updates
2025-07-02
Israel says it is serious about reaching a ceasefire, cites positive signs
Videos
d-none hideMe
0
Lebanon News
2025-07-01
Massive fire erupts at unregulated dumpsite in Bchannine, Zgharta district
Lebanon News
2025-07-01
Massive fire erupts at unregulated dumpsite in Bchannine, Zgharta district
0
Lebanon News
2025-06-10
Clash between Lebanese Army and residents of Deir Qanoun Al Nahr results in injuries (Video)
Lebanon News
2025-06-10
Clash between Lebanese Army and residents of Deir Qanoun Al Nahr results in injuries (Video)
0
Lebanon News
2025-06-04
Mexico dedicates garden around Lebanese Emigrant Statue in Beirut to mark 80 years of diplomatic ties
Lebanon News
2025-06-04
Mexico dedicates garden around Lebanese Emigrant Statue in Beirut to mark 80 years of diplomatic ties
0
Lebanon News
2025-05-19
President Aoun to seek Egyptian support for Lebanese Army in detecting explosives and tunnels
Lebanon News
2025-05-19
President Aoun to seek Egyptian support for Lebanese Army in detecting explosives and tunnels
0
Lebanon News
2025-05-15
LBCI Exclusive: US steps up pressure on Hezbollah, Morgan Ortagus details sanctions and vision for Lebanon's future
Lebanon News
2025-05-15
LBCI Exclusive: US steps up pressure on Hezbollah, Morgan Ortagus details sanctions and vision for Lebanon's future
0
Lebanon News
2025-05-11
Kuwait rolls out official welcome for Lebanon's President Aoun – video
Lebanon News
2025-05-11
Kuwait rolls out official welcome for Lebanon's President Aoun – video
0
Lebanon News
2025-05-11
Security incidents temporarily disrupt voting in several Akkar and Minieh-Danniyeh centers
Lebanon News
2025-05-11
Security incidents temporarily disrupt voting in several Akkar and Minieh-Danniyeh centers
0
News Bulletin Reports
2025-05-09
EU ambassador says 'we are not just donors, but genuine partners to Lebanon': Insights from exclusive LBCI interview
News Bulletin Reports
2025-05-09
EU ambassador says 'we are not just donors, but genuine partners to Lebanon': Insights from exclusive LBCI interview
0
Lebanon News
2025-04-23
US envoy Morgan Ortagus hails Lebanese diaspora, says country stands at a crossroads
Lebanon News
2025-04-23
US envoy Morgan Ortagus hails Lebanese diaspora, says country stands at a crossroads
Most read
d-none hideMe
24 hours
7 days
Month
1
Sports News
04:32
Liverpool's Portuguese forward Diogo Jota dies in car crash in Spain, TVE reports
Sports News
04:32
Liverpool's Portuguese forward Diogo Jota dies in car crash in Spain, TVE reports
2
News Bulletin Reports
14:58
Israeli profiles surface on Lebanese dating apps — real risk or random match?
News Bulletin Reports
14:58
Israeli profiles surface on Lebanese dating apps — real risk or random match?
3
Lebanon News
10:17
Israeli drone targets vehicle on Khalde highway
Lebanon News
10:17
Israeli drone targets vehicle on Khalde highway
4
Lebanon News
03:54
Hezbollah’s Qassem says party won’t surrender weapons or land under pressure
Lebanon News
03:54
Hezbollah’s Qassem says party won’t surrender weapons or land under pressure
5
Lebanon News
05:46
MEA cancels Paris flight amid French airport strikes, reschedules for Saturday
Lebanon News
05:46
MEA cancels Paris flight amid French airport strikes, reschedules for Saturday
6
Middle East News
10:40
US imposes new sanctions targeting Iran oil trade, Hezbollah: Treasury Department says
Middle East News
10:40
US imposes new sanctions targeting Iran oil trade, Hezbollah: Treasury Department says
7
Lebanon News
11:44
Israeli airstrike on vehicle in Khalde kills one, wounds three: Health Ministry
Lebanon News
11:44
Israeli airstrike on vehicle in Khalde kills one, wounds three: Health Ministry
8
Lebanon News
05:27
Iraq to strengthen Lebanon relations, says head of the Iraqi mission
Lebanon News
05:27
Iraq to strengthen Lebanon relations, says head of the Iraqi mission
Download now the LBCI mobile app
To see the latest news, the latest daily programs in Lebanon and the world
Google Play
App Store
We use
cookies
We use
cookies
to make
your experience on this
website better.
Accept
Learn More