Caretaker Minister of Interior Bassam Mawlawi said that "the Lebanese state rejects the displacement of our children and for the Lebanese citizens not to find job opportunities, and we are responsible for preserving our identity."

"We call on the international community to commit to Lebanon’s highest interest. We are ready to negotiate with it for a clear return plan for the displaced to prevent losing our country", Mawlawi added.

"Lebanon belongs to its people, not to the highest bidder. We stand firmly by international legitimacy, pledging unwavering support to all municipalities in their pursuit of rights and the enforcement of laws", he noted.