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As Lebanon prepares for municipal and mayoral elections on Saturday, Speaker of Parliament Nabih Berri has issued a strong call for voter participation, particularly in southern border towns. In a public address on Thursday, Berri emphasized the symbolic importance of casting ballots in areas close to Israel, framing the act of voting as a statement of national sovereignty and resilience. …

Polling began on Sunday in the northern regions of Lebanon for municipal and mayoral elections, marking a significant democratic event in the country’s recovery following more than a year of war with Israel. These local elections are the first nationwide vote since the formation of a new government and have seen increased security incidents compared to previous rounds. By mid-morning, …

Polling stations opened early Sunday morning across Mount Lebanon, marking the beginning of Lebanon’s municipal elections. Voting began at 7:00 a.m. in the six districts of the region, initiating the first phase of the nationwide local electoral process. According to official data, a total of 9,321 candidates are contesting municipal and mayoral positions, with 1,179 of them being women. In …