US warns Lebanon: Time running out on Hezbollah disarmament
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US warns Lebanon: Time running out on Hezbollah disarmament
https://www.ynetnews.com/article/bj68kydqgx
Posted by Cannot-Forget
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The US warned Lebanon that time is running out to disarm Hezbollah. Officials said failure to act could cost Lebanon American and Gulf financial aid and might trigger an Israeli military operation.
Washington sees Hezbollah weakened after fighting with Israel and Iran, but still influential in Lebanon. The Lebanese army was told to draft a disarmament plan, and Israel even offered support.
US officials said Lebanon risks losing $150 million in annual aid if it delays, while Gulf states pledged billions if Beirut moves against Hezbollah. Israel has already reinforced positions in the south, warning it may act alone.
Does Lebanon have what it takes to try and finally become a sovereign nation? Or will it continue to be in practice ruled by an Iranian proxy?
The Lebanese government shouldn’t be stalling on this. It’s a once in a lifetime chance to get rid of that cancer that has rotted the country. There’s literally no upside in keeping Hezbollah relevant especially with the backing of the US.
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