Amnesty hinges on Aoun's choice
The General Amnesty Law was approved by the Lebanese Parliament on August 12, but it still awaits the stance of the Lebanese Presidency, as no final decision has been announced whether it will sign or reject it. The constitutional deadlines begin after the law is published in the Official Gazette, which could prolong the waiting period amid the uncertainty surrounding President Joseph Aoun's position. The president's decision hinges on whether to sign the law for issuance or to send it back to Parliament based on his assessment of its compatibility and the risks associated with certain provisions—particularly those related to cases of assault and murder crimes involving military personnel, or potential gaps that might allow for a disguised amnesty for individuals involved in corruption or financial offenses. The national interest intersects with political pressures, as the decision to sign remains dependent on the speed of publishing the law and the Presidency’s responsiveness to the demands and concerns of MPs and relevant parties, with possibilities for postponing a resolution depending on shifts in the political and constitutional landscape.
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