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Lebanon Advances Hezbollah Disarmament with International Support

1/12/2026

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Lebanon Disarms Hezbollah

Lebanon completed the first phase of its disarmament plan for Hezbollah, with support from France and the Quintet of nations.
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam (Lebanon) assured ambassadors of the Quintet that Lebanon is committed to implementing the next phase, which will extend north of the Litani River.
The European Union officials emphasized the need for full disarmament and respect for the ceasefire.

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Israel Doubts Lebanon

Israel remains skeptical about Lebanon's claims of disarming Hezbollah, despite Lebanese Armed Forces reporting control south of the Litani River.
Experts say Hezbollah's military infrastructure persists, undermining disarmament efforts.
Israeli officials, including Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (Israel), deem Lebanon's actions insufficient and warn of escalation.
Analysts say full-scale war is unlikely, but Israel may increase strikes if Lebanon fails to confront Hezbollah, and United States concerns add regional tension.

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Historical Context

The 2006 UN Security Council Resolution 1701 aimed to disarm Hezbollah following the Lebanon War, yet its provisions remain largely unimplemented. Despite international support, Hezbollah has significantly increased its arsenal, now estimated at 150,000 rockets. Today, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam's push for disarmament faces skepticism from Israel, reflecting ongoing tensions and the unresolved conflicts stemming from the 2006 war.

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Lebanon Disarms Hezbollah

Lebanon completed the first phase of its disarmament plan for Hezbollah, with support from France and the Quintet of nations.
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam (Lebanon) assured ambassadors of the Quintet that Lebanon is committed to implementing the next phase, which will extend north of the Litani River.
The European Union officials emphasized the need for full disarmament and respect for the ceasefire.

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