The Free Patriotic Movement announced in a statement today its support for peaceful efforts to resolve the Israeli occupation and attacks against Lebanon, and the issue of arms confinement to the state, viewing positively the remarks made by US envoy Tom Barrack after his meeting with President Joseph Aoun.

FPM deemed the current dynamics as a "potential opportunity to find a solution to the issue of arms outside the state," calling on both the Lebanese authorities and Hezbollah to "seize the opportunity to liberate the land, prisoners, and resources, implement the promised financial reforms, and conclude a final and swift solution to the crisis of displaced Syrians and Palestinian refugees."

The FPM statement highlighted the need for everyone to assume responsibility towards seriously engaging in the process of restoring peace and prosperity to Lebanon, which requires exceptional national awareness to reach a conclusion that alleviates the suffering of the Lebanese and puts an end to decades of oppression, killing, and destruction.