It was stated in Al-Diyar:
Informed sources indicated that the head of the caretaker government, Najib Mikati, shows great interest in addressing the issue of the banks’ strike, and heard from the Association of Banks regarding its position and the reasons for resorting to this step.
She added, according to Al Diyar, that he will conduct intensive contacts and consultations early this week to defuse this bomb.
Sources close to him told Al Diyar, “This issue is under discussion with the competent authorities to find a fair solution for depositors and banks at the same time, on the basis of not causing any shake-up in stability,” pointing out that “contacts and efforts will intensify with the beginning of next week to avoid any Problems or developments and addressing the situation.
In the past two days, contacts have taken place at the highest level to prevent the situation from worsening, especially following information was leaked from banking sources that banks are heading towards a comprehensive closure next Wednesday, and information was received by references responsible for expecting strong reactions from depositors and trade union bodies that may lead to complications. dangerous.
Also, according to the information, the atmosphere that emerged from the contacts that took place indicates that the banks are proceeding with the decision to strike, but they will not go to complete closure this week and are awaiting the results of the efforts made to address the situation.