Members of the Kataeb parliamentary bloc met Friday with President Joseph Aoun to express support for the government’s recent decision to begin consolidating all weapons under the authority of the State and to discuss the latest political developments.

The visiting delegation included Kataeb MPs Samy Gemayel, Salim Sayegh, Nadim Gemayel, and Elias Hankach.

Following the meeting, Kataeb leader Samy Gemayel voiced the party’s full backing of the President and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, describing the Cabinet’s decision to adopt the objectives of a U.S.-backed arms control plan as a “long-awaited historic moment.”

“We are proud of this day; a day we’ve waited for, when the Lebanese State finds the courage to take historic decisions that are capable of building a State for all its citizens,” Gemayel told reporters.

Recalling the post-Taif era and what he described as the political marginalization of Christian parties in the 1990s—including exile, arrests, assassinations, and Syrian tutelage—Gemayel said the current moment marks a decisive shift.

“The new page President Aoun is trying to open, and which we fully support, starts with ending all foreign tutelage over Lebanon. The second step is building a Lebanon through full partnership among all Lebanese, without excluding anyone,” he said.

Gemayel reiterated Kataeb’s longstanding call in Parliament for truth, reconciliation, and a genuine national partnership, extending a hand to all parties “with reservations about the path to state-building.”

“Let everyone board the train of partnership, of a State governed by law and sovereignty. Let’s build a better future for our children. Let Lebanon return to a state of stability, prosperity, and freedom.”

The Kataeb chief said the party stands firmly behind the President and Prime Minister in this “historic phase,” adding that it has been awaited since the 1990s. He described the Cabinet’s decision to approve the U.S. proposal’s objectives as one that serves all Lebanese, “regardless of sect or region.”

“People will finally feel that the law applies to everyone, that the State stands above everyone, and that security institutions are there to protect all citizens,” he said.

Gemayel stressed that political forces have a duty to reassure concerned communities.

“This is not about exclusion or revenge. What we want is a State for all Lebanese, where justice applies to all.”

He dismissed claims that the decision targets any one group.

“This is in the interest of all Lebanese, starting with the Shiite community. The Lebanese State is the only entity truly capable of protecting that community. Anyone who tried to act outside of the State paid a steep price.”

“After 40 years of dominance and bullying, some might need time to adjust to being treated as equals. What happened yesterday reflects the will of the overwhelming majority of Lebanese.”

Gemayel urged Hezbollah to adapt to the new reality.

“We are not seeking exclusion or revenge. That doesn’t mean there won’t be accountability or justice. Those who carried out killings and assassinations will be held to account. But politically, our approach is based on partnership, under the Constitution, the law, and equality.”

Gemayel also emphasized that the Cabinet’s decision was not driven by foreign pressure but reflected the will of Lebanese political parties and citizens. “Only Hezbollah stands outside that consensus,” he said. “Everyone else in Parliament has declared support for State control of arms. This is not about complying with foreign demands. It’s the realization of a goal we’ve advocated for over 35 years, now implemented through institutions.”

Addressing the question of guarantees, Gemayel reiterated that no group would be excluded.

“We call for truth and reconciliation. We are proposing ideas for integrating Hezbollah’s military elements into Lebanese society through a dignified and smooth transitional process, just as has been done in other countries,” he said.

He noted that when Kataeb members were the ones being assassinated and exiled, “no one asked for our opinion or tried to reassure us.” But, he added, “As statesmen, and as believers in the full sovereignty of Lebanon, we are ready to put everything aside when it comes to the national interest.”

Gemayel concluded by reaffirming Kataeb’s alignment with President Aoun and the state.

“What happened yesterday is the minimum that should have been expected. The decision passed, there were no government resignations, and things are moving in the right direction.”

“The most important thing is for our positive gesture to be met with similar openness on the other side,” he said.