Lebanon's Prime Minister, Nawaf Salam, has reaffirmed the country's desire to negotiate, emphasizing the importance of keeping civilian assets and buildings safe from targeting amid escalating tensions with Israel. He stated that Lebanon did not choose this war and is actively pursuing diplomatic efforts in coordination with Lebanon's allies to protect the country and stop the ongoing violence.

During a meeting with ambassadors from both Arab and foreign nations, Salam warned of an imminent humanitarian disaster due to the displacement of thousands of Lebanese from their homes, particularly following intense airstrikes on the southern suburbs of Beirut. The Prime Minister highlighted that the repercussions of this displacement could have unprecedented humanitarian and political consequences.

In addition to these diplomatic initiatives, Lebanese Foreign Minister Joseph Raji contacted his Omani counterpart, urging them to leverage Oman’s diplomatic weight with relevant parties to prevent conflict from escalating within Lebanon. These diplomatic moves come as tensions have rapidly increased, resulting in significant movements of people and heightened concerns about the broader implications for stability in Lebanon.