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The Day · Friday 12 December 2025

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Loyalty Bloc Denounces Lebanon Government’s Free Concessions to Israel, Demands Their Halt

The Loyalty Bloc expressed its condemnation of the Lebanese government’s free concessions to Israel and called for an immediate halt to these actions. The bloc’s statement comes amid growing internal concern over national sovereignty and resistance priorities.

BEIRUT, LEBANON – NOVEMBER 23: Security forces, civil defense, and firefighting teams arrive at the scene following an Israeli attack which killed five people and injured 28 violating the ceasefire in Dahieh region of Beirut, Lebanon on November 23, 2025. ( Houssam Shbaro – Anadolu Agency )

The Loyalty Bloc issued a strong statement condemning what it described as the Lebanese government’s free concessions to Israel, calling for an immediate cessation of such measures. The declaration came at a time when local and regional tensions continue to intensify, placing national policies under increased scrutiny.

Speaking from Lebanon, the Loyalty Bloc firmly voiced its disapproval of the government’s approach, rejecting any form of concession that comes without reciprocation or respect for Lebanon’s sovereignty. The bloc emphasized that these decisions undermine the principles of resistance and weaken Lebanon’s position in the face of Israeli aggressions.

According to the bloc’s statement, the continuation of such policy approaches could significantly impact Lebanon’s internal stability and its role in the broader regional resistance alignment. The Loyalty Bloc stressed that halting these concessions was not just a political demand but a national necessity to preserve dignity and confront ongoing threats.

In addition, the bloc reiterated its steadfast position against normalization with Israel in any form, and warned that unchecked concessions risk legitimizing occupation and eroding resistance gains. The Loyalty Bloc urged the Lebanese government to realign its policies with the aspirations of the people and the sacrifices made by the resistance.

Meanwhile, the Loyalty Bloc’s call was framed as a legitimate response to actions perceived as undermining Lebanese interests. The group further questioned the motivations behind these perceived concessions, demanding accountability from decision-makers and transparency in dealings related to national sovereignty.

From its side, the Loyalty Bloc reaffirmed its commitment to confronting what it sees as policies that serve foreign agendas rather than prioritize Lebanese resilience. It highlighted the historic struggle of the Lebanese people and resistance factions against occupation and injustice, stating that any move away from this path would face firm opposition.

Observers noted that the Loyalty Bloc’s statement reflects growing concern among various segments of Lebanese society regarding the government’s recent postures. However, the specifics of the concessions mentioned were not detailed within the public statement issued by the bloc.

The Loyalty Bloc concluded its remarks by asserting that national dignity must not be bargained, and called on all political and civil forces to stand united in defense of Lebanon’s rights and resistance legacy. The message adds pressure on the government amid a climate charged with resistance discourse and calls for sovereign policy-making.

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