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Lebanon to Decide on Expanding Military Control Next Week

2/12/2026

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Lebanon's government will decide next week on moving to the second phase of extending state authority and arms control north of the Litani River.
Information Minister Paul Morcos said the decision will follow a military briefing on needs and capabilities.
The Lebanese army has claimed operational control in the region since January.
Since the November 2024 ceasefire, Israel has struck Lebanon, killing about 400.

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Lebanon's government will decide next week on moving to the second phase of extending state authority and arms control north of the Litani River.
Information Minister Paul Morcos said the decision will follow a military briefing on needs and capabilities.
The Lebanese army has claimed operational control in the region since January.
Since the November 2024 ceasefire, Israel has struck Lebanon, killing about 400.