Beirut: The Lebanese Parliament today approved a two-year extension of its term due to the current circumstances in the country.

According to Qatar News Agency, a statement issued by the Parliament indicated that the General Assembly approved the extension with a majority of 76 votes, 41 against, and 4 abstentions. The decision comes at a critical time for Lebanon, which is facing an ongoing crisis.

Parliamentary elections, a constitutional requirement held every four years to elect 128 members of parliament, were originally scheduled for May. The extension delays these elections, reflecting the challenges facing the nation.

Since Monday, Lebanon has been under Israeli offensive, which so far resulted in the deaths of 394 people, including 83 children, and injuries to 1,130 others. The situation has intensified discussions within the Parliament about the necessity of extending its term to maintain legislative stability in the country.