Lebanese Forces prepare a practical plan to approach the extension session…

The "Strong Republic" bloc member, MP Melhem Riachi, in an interview with the "Akhbar al-Yawm" agency, pointed out that the Maronite Patriarch Cardinal Mar Bechara Boutros Al-Rahi, is well aware of the ongoing conflict over the army command, and at the same time he rejects any obstruction.

Riashi expressed regret for the Christian-Christian conflict, saying: this conflict we pay for in power, the state and all institutions, but it is not permissible to solve this problem at the expense of security and safety represented by the Lebanese army.

In response to a question, Riashi pointed out that the army command file is supposed to be decided in the Council of ministers, as it is the most appropriate place and the easiest procedure, but we took all precautions to decide it in the House of Representatives if it is not decided in the Council of ministers.

Here, Riashi pointed out that there are two proposals in the House of Representatives related to postponing the retirement of the army commander and raising the legal retirement age for officers, submitted by the Strong Republic and National Moderation blocs.

Regarding the position of Speaker Nabih Berri, Riashi said that when we visited Ain al-Tineh last week, we did not discuss any problem with President Berri on this issue, but President Berri gave the government an opportunity until the end of this month, and if the matter is not decided in the Council of ministers, a legislative session will be held in this regard.

And what about the agenda, and will the Lebanese Forces secure a quorum only to decide on the leadership of the army? Riashi said only: the LF are preparing a practical plan to approach this issue.