Lebanon Forms First Full Government in Over Two Years

Overview

• Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has formed a 24-member government, Lebanon's first full cabinet since 2022, following prolonged political deadlock.
• The new government excludes Hezbollah's direct dominance, marking a significant shift in Lebanon's political landscape after the group's weakening in a war with Israel.
• Salam has vowed to implement economic and judicial reforms, rebuild trust with international donors, and address Lebanon's ongoing financial crisis.
• The cabinet faces the challenge of enforcing a fragile ceasefire with Israel and ensuring the withdrawal of Israeli forces from southern Lebanon.
• The government includes five women and notable figures with legal and diplomatic expertise, aiming to steer Lebanon toward stability and reconstruction.