MP Ghada Ayoub attended the eighth conference of the Lebanese Forces party in Canada as a guest of honor. The Montreal center of the Lebanese Forces hosted the event. During the gathering, Ghada Ayoub stated that the Lebanese Forces bloc rejects any coexistence with Hezbollah's weapons. She challenged the current state of national authority, questioning the ability of the government to function effectively. "How can the state regain its prestige if carrying out a raid in a specific area requires the approval of an armed party? And where is the equality among Lebanese before the law?" Ghada Ayoub asked. Her remarks noted concerns regarding the influence of armed factions on the judicial and security operations within Lebanon.
Restoring State Sovereignty
Ghada Ayoub criticized the existence of a deep state within Lebanon. She stated that these internal structures actively obstruct the construction of a functional state. According to her assessment, the primary mechanism used to maintain this obstruction is a complex system of networks of interests. These networks prevent the government from exercising authority across the country. Her remarks focused on how such influence undermines institutional transparency and the rule of law. By prioritizing private gains, these groups hinder the development of a sovereign administration capable of serving all citizens equally.
Judicial Reforms and Accountability
Ghada Ayoub advocated for the referral of the Dahr al-Baydar explosives case to the Judicial Council. She identified this move as a necessary step to ensure accountability regarding security incidents that impact national stability. The Judicial Council holds the authority to handle cases deemed to threaten the safety of the state, and this specific legal action aims to address the discovery of explosives in that area. By seeking this venue for the case, the Lebanese Forces MP seeks to bypass procedural obstacles that have previously hindered investigations into such security breaches.
Members of the Lebanese Forces bloc also plan to submit a draft law aimed at shortening the current parliamentary term. The proposed legislation seeks to facilitate early elections, which the bloc views as a mechanism to restore democratic legitimacy and address the current political stalemate. The bloc intends to present this draft to the parliament to challenge the status quo and push for a fresh electoral mandate. According to the stated position of the bloc, early elections represent a required path to reform the legislative branch and ensure that the government aligns with the will of the electorate. This initiative forms part of a broader push by the Lebanese Forces to change the composition of the legislature, which they argue is currently unable to address the needs of the country.
