Source: Kataeb.org
The official website of the Kataeb Party leader
Monday 22 January 2024 12:33:17
The Kataeb Party persists on affirming its solid and deep-rooted political stances, underscoring the importance of keeping Lebanon away from war, and prioritizing the renewal of stability along with the implementation of international resolutions in southern Lebanon.
Kataeb Leader MP Samy Gemayel, aims to address southern residents in his statements, acknowledging the diversity of their affiliations.
He emphasizes that Lebanon, brimming with aspirations for a peaceful existence, awaits the contribution of all the Lebanese.
Some do not appreciate the gist of Kataeb Leader's discourse regarding the necessity of keeping southern Lebanon out of the war in Gaza Strip which exacerbated the smear campaigns . This is based on the interpretation of Kataeb officials who point out that political tools and media outlets aligned with the "Resistance" have been intentionally exerting psychological pressure on sovereign forces for years, sometimes leading to assassinations.
The Kataeb Party will not succumb to defamation. Sovereign parties are used to such political approach and is well-versed in the art of confrontation.
The "Resistance" had criticized opposition blocs rejecting the ongoing military skirmishes on the southern borders for some time. The Kataeb Party notes that its leader has escalated matters with the aim of safeguarding the Lebanese cause during his visits to the United States and France. Gemayel will not hesitate to emphasize the importance of achieving Lebanese stability.
The Kataeb Party will not let unfounded allegations go unnoticed, especially in the face of death threats. This comes after the cyber army of the "Resistance Axis" joined the journalists aligned with Hezbollah, demanding the trial of the Kataeb Leader.
Head of the Kataeb Media Department Patrick Richa voiced his rejection over Hezbollah's accusations, stating that "Hezbollah" should not direct accusations towards national forces that have always defended Lebanon's sovereignty and protected its territories.
In an interview with "Annahar" newspaper, Richa emphasized that "the response will be to escalate the political discourse against the considerations that Hezbollah wants to use to turn Lebanon into a 'destination' for Iranian ambitions."
Richa called for "assessing the level of solidarity with the Kataeb Leader through social media platforms and the extent of confirmed support for his political principles. Those who are trying to intensify divisions in the country, in line with the seventies that led to a civil war, must stop their defamation campaigns against those who oppose them, as silence is no longer an option."
This article was orginally published in arabic Annahar Newspaper, translated by Christina Rai.