The political bureau of the Lebanese Kataeb Party discussed in its weekly meeting chaired by the party's leader Sami Gemayel the latest developments in the country, issuing a statement at the end of its deliberations dealing with "the economic crisis and the exchange of accusations", pointing out that "with the worsening of the economic and financial crisis (...) the Kataeb party calls on political components to shoulder their responsibilities instead of running away, pointing fingers of accusation at one another and concealing the truth."

Pertaining to the angry protests that took place in Beirut, the party affirmed "its solidarity and support for peaceful protesters who are angry at the deterioration of the situation in the country," stressing that "peaceful movement is legitimate, understandable and expected," and declaring that it stands with the people, as per the usual.

The party also warned against the "exploitation of demonstrations to convey certain messages and settle accounts," and stressed that "freedom of expression and demonstration are rights provided by the Lebanese Constitution, and may not be suppressed under any pretext."