Lebanon’s government says it wants to restore state sovereignty and disarm Hezbollah — but progress remains slow, while Hezbollah continues to resist efforts to reduce its military power.
In this edition of Jerusalem Studio, the panel examines whether Beirut can actually enforce its decisions, what role the Lebanese Armed Forces can realistically play, and whether international pressure or a new multinational force could help dismantle Hezbollah’s military infrastructure.
The discussion also explores a possible shift in U.S. policy toward indirect contact with Hezbollah, the risks this could create for Lebanon’s leadership, and the broader involvement of regional actors including Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Turkey, Qatar and Iran.
Could Lebanon finally reassert control over the country — or will Israel be forced to maintain a military presence in southern Lebanon for years to come?