Lebanese caretaker Interior and Municipalities Minister Bassam Mawlawi announced on Monday that municipal elections while be held in May, promising to issue the necessary circulars soon.

In a press conference, Mawlawi said municipal elections scheduled for May 31, 2023 would be held on time.

“I am bound by law to hold elections, and I’m convinced that these elections must be held on time,” he said, as quoted by National News Agency (NNA).

Meanwhile, Mawlawi urged the government to secure the necessary funds and complete administrative preparations. “We urge everyone not to obstruct these elections,” he added.

Source: Agencies