Tensions are rising within Lebanon as political leaders trade accusations over negotiations and the country’s role in regional conflicts. Critics have accused officials of treason, claiming they are entering talks from a position of weakness, while supporters argue that judgment should be reserved until outcomes are clear.

Aoun pushed back against the allegations, urging patience and questioning how long southern Lebanon should bear the consequences of wars driven by external interests. He pointed to recent conflicts linked to Gaza and Iran, arguing that Lebanon has been drawn into battles that do not directly serve its national interests.

He stressed that if a war had truly been fought for Lebanon itself, it would have received broader backing. His remarks highlight deepening divisions over national sovereignty, foreign alliances, and the cost paid by civilians in conflict-affected regions of the country.