At a Lebanese stage weighed down by transformations, a political discussion emerged offering a reading of the scene from the perspective that the country has entered a different phase from what prevailed in recent years, with Wiam Wahhab at the forefront of this view. The discussion revolved around the repercussions of the assassination of “the Sayyed” and the moral and political vacuum the event left behind, which was reflected in internal balances and Lebanon’s image within its regional environment. The approach was based on the idea that the country lost a fundamental pillar in the equation of deterrence and presence, leading to a general sense of exposure and uncertainty.
The conversation did not remain confined to the emotional dimension, but expanded to existing alliances and the reshaping of alignments. There is a conviction that this phase requires a reordering of priorities, toning down escalatory rhetoric, and seeking common ground instead of becoming absorbed in side battles that drain what remains of stability.
The upcoming electoral entitlements were also addressed, with reference to an attempt to dissuade his son Hadi from entering the parliamentary race amid a politically and security-charged climate. The central premise appeared to be that the current circumstances do not tolerate risky ventures, and that a realistic reading demands careful calculations. In conclusion, the overall picture carries a clear call for de-escalation and repositioning, as the coming phase will not resemble what preceded it.
