Lebanon’s Cabinet has directed the army to develop a plan to bring all arms under state control by the end of the year. The decision, announced during a recent cabinet meeting, is aimed at reducing the military capabilities of Hezbollah, a powerful militant group with deep roots in the country. The move is seen as a response to growing international pressure for Lebanon to maintain a secure and stable environment.
Sources indicate that the plan will involve a systematic process of identifying, securing, and transferring arms from Hezbollah to government authorities. The challenge lies in ensuring the security of these arms during the transfer and storage process, given the group’s existing network and potential resistance.
The Cabinet’s directive reflects a shift in Lebanon’s approach to internal security, emphasizing the need for state oversight over all military assets. This decision is expected to have significant implications for the country’s political dynamics, particularly in the context of ongoing regional tensions and internal power struggles.