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Lebanon, Palestine Unite to Disarm Factions by June

6/5/2025

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Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas have united to tackle the pressing issue of armed Palestinian factions, targeting disarmament by mid-June. This pivotal agreement seeks to reclaim Lebanese sovereignty after a recent ceasefire with Israel. However, Hamas's hesitation to disarm complicates the path forward, as humanitarian needs continue to rise in southern Lebanon.

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Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun and Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas have united to tackle the pressing issue of armed Palestinian factions, targeting disarmament by mid-June. This pivotal agreement seeks to reclaim Lebanese sovereignty after a recent ceasefire with Israel. However, Hamas's hesitation to disarm complicates the path forward, as humanitarian needs continue to rise in southern Lebanon.