The Kataeb Party's Education Council on Monday issued a statement condemning the recent decision issued by the Lebanese government regarding the enrollment of the displaced Syrians in Lebanon’s educational institutions, raising concerns that such leniency could strain an already overburdened country. 

In a call for action, the Kataeb's Education Council announced plans for a demonstration to be held on Tuesday at noon in front of the Directorate of Vocational and Technical Education in Dekwaneh. At the heart of the protest is a directive from the Ministry of Education allowing Syrian students, even those without any legal documentation, to register in both public and private schools, as well as vocational institutions.

The council called on parents, students, teachers, and political parties, to join the protest, emphasizing that this movement is for the collective good of Lebanese citizens, particularly those directly impacted by the said decision. 

The controversial decision was initiated by the Ministry of Education and applies to Syrian students who lack legal residency permits or UNHCR refugee registration. This policy has caused a stir, as it marks a significant shift from previous regulations that enforced strict documentation requirements for foreign students.

The directive, issued by the Director General of Professional and Technical Education, Hanadi Berri, contradicts two earlier circulars she had signed. The first required Syrian students to provide identity cards and residency permits, while the second warned that those without the necessary paperwork would be removed from registration lists.

The Lebanese Cabinet's new decision includes key provisions, including a one-year grace period for undocumented Syrian students to enroll in schools. Additionally, the requirement for legal residency and UNHCR registration has been deferred until the 2025-2026 academic year, further delaying any enforcement of these regulations.