Lebanese Military’s Half-Measure Approach Leaves Hezbollah’s Threat Intact

As the Lebanese military announces completion of the first phase to deploy in southern Lebanon and disarm non-state actors, the reality remains stark: Hezbollah’s entrenched military presence continues unabated. This so-called progress, framed as a milestone by Lebanese officials, masks the persistent failure to fully enforce sovereignty over Lebanese territory—a failure that reverberates far beyond the Middle East. Is Lebanon Serious About Disarming Hezbollah? The recent announcement omits naming Hezbollah directly but unmistakably targets the Iran-backed militia whose weapons have long undermined Lebanese sovereignty and stability. Yet, despite promises from President Joseph Aoun and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam to prioritize...