A senior political official said Lebanon’s participation in the ceasefire monitoring committee, known as the “Mechanism,” is strictly confined to security matters, denying any intention to explore economic cooperation with Israel.

The official told Nidaa al-Watan that the Lebanese delegation’s mandate covers only four issues: securing a cessation of hostilities, arranging the return of detainees, pressing for an Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon, and addressing disputed points along the Blue Line.

“There is no plan whatsoever to discuss economic files with Israel,” the official said, pushing back against speculation that the committee could expand its scope. He added that the Mechanism’s meetings are expected to intensify in the coming period and noted that France is likely to appoint a diplomatic representative to join the upcoming sessions.

Information obtained by Nidaa al-Watan indicates that the next Mechanism meeting will differ significantly from the first. The session is expected to feature a detailed agenda aligned with the shift toward indirect negotiations, with discussions moving into technical specifics and placing greater emphasis on the security situation.

Lebanon is also preparing to raise the issue of halting Israeli airstrikes, which officials say is necessary for the Lebanese Army to continue its deployment and operational work in the south.