Lebanon's Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri declined to comment on proposed solutions circulating in the media and among politicians, stating that "the only matter on the table is Resolution 1701 and its provisions, which must be implemented and adhered to by both sides, not just Lebanon."
While Berri refrained from addressing ongoing rumors, he noted in an interview with the Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper that "the only time guarantees were discussed was during the ceasefire efforts led by a joint U.S.-French call at the Security Council, which was supported by Arab countries, notably Saudi Arabia, along with Western nations."
He added, "At that time, Lebanon was asked to agree. Prime Minister Najib Mikati publicly announced approval, but Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu surprised everyone by rejecting it after initially agreeing."