The Kataeb parliamentary bloc nominated Judge Nawaf Salam as Lebanon's next Prime Minister, noting that the bloc had previously put forward his name twice during earlier government formation processes.

Kataeb Party leader and MP Samy Gemayel, speaking on behalf of the bloc—which includes MPs Salim Sayegh, Elias Hankach, and Nadim Gemayel—expressed gratitude to everyone involved in reaching this outcome, particularly MPs Fouad Makhzoumi and Ashraf Rifi. Both made the strategic decision to withdraw from the premiership race, allowing the opposition to unite around a single candidate.

Gemayel confirmed that the Kataeb Party would stand firmly alongside President Joseph Aoun, emphasizing their pride in having a transparent and patriotic head of state. He reflected on Aoun's inaugural speech, noting that it conveyed a commitment to Lebanon's sovereignty and independence.

Gemayel reminded everyone that since its founding, the Kataeb Party has always aligned itself with the presidency. Although the party had distanced itself for a long period due to the presidency’s subjugation under foreign influence, the Kataeb Party now views the return of a strong and free presidency as a symbol of sovereignty. He assured that, with this return, the Kataeb Party would once again stand by the President in defense of Lebanon's sovereignty and independence.

In an address to all Lebanese citizens, particularly those on the opposite side of the political spectrum, Gemayel called for unity in the country’s rebuilding process.

"We will build this country together, and I hope everyone understands that exclusion is not allowed and that all Lebanese are partners in building the new Lebanon," he stated, emphasizing that the party would not tolerate Lebanon being rebuilt on oppression or the exclusion of any group.

"The entire country, with its 10,452 square kilometers, must be developed under the rule of law, with equality, and without any weapons outside the control of the Lebanese Army," he stressed. "Lebanon is capable of rising if we cooperate, and I hope we can set aside negativity to build the new Lebanon."

On the topic of the Shiite duo’s invitation to join the government, Gemayel emphasized the shared responsibility of all political factions.

"There is responsibility on all parties," he said, "and our responsibility is to confirm that we want to build the country together and that no one should be excluded."

He continued by addressing the other political factions, urging them to accept the principles of democracy and partnership based on equality.

"They are perhaps used to making unilateral decisions, but we do not want to reverse the situation as they did."

When asked about Hezbollah’s martyrs, Gemayel reiterated the importance of recognizing all sacrifices made for Lebanon. He acknowledged that while Hezbollah had its martyrs, the Kataeb Party had lost even more. He stressed that it was essential for all factions to recognize each other's sacrifices to ensure the country's future.

"This message should be understood by everyone," he stated. "If we want to help His Excellency the President accomplish his task, we should not continue with the destructive alignments. The only alignment we want is under the constitution, the law, and the inaugural speech put forth by the president. We want the Lebanese to be united in this phase."

Gemayel also reflected on the efforts made within the opposition and among the change MPs, highlighting the cooperation of good-willed individuals who worked together to reach this result. Communication with MP Gebran Bassil and other figures had been open and productive in the process of unifying political ranks. Gemayel emphasized that no single party could claim full credit for the success of this initiative; rather, it was the result of collective political awareness and effort.

In closing, Gemayel affirmed that the success of the nomination process was not due to external influence but to the efforts of the Lebanese people themselves. He expressed confidence that the Lebanese were capable of reaching consensus, free from foreign guardianship, provided they set aside attempts at domination, exclusion, and imposition.