State Control of Weapons Central to Lebanon’s Political Landscape, Analyst Says

Political analyst Dr. Youssef Hazeema said restricting weapons to state control remains a central issue in Lebanon’s political landscape.

He linked the situation in the country to the continued observance of the truce on the ground, pointing to its importance for the broader political environment.

His assessment comes as the Lebanese government pursues efforts to extend its authority. State control of weapons is a key element of that effort, according to the analyst.

Hazeema’s remarks placed the durability of the truce and the government’s push to assert control at the heart of Lebanon’s current challenges.