Hezbollah has firmly rejected calls from both the Lebanese government and the United States to surrender its weapons, insisting it will not disarm even if Israel withdraws from southern Lebanon.
This stance has created a major obstacle to US-led diplomatic efforts aimed at securing a lasting ceasefire and restoring state control over all arms in Lebanon. US special envoy Thomas Barrack acknowledged Washington cannot force Israel to comply with any agreement, further complicating negotiations. Lebanese officials remain divided, with some warning that Hezbollah's refusal undermines state legitimacy and risks dragging Lebanon back into instability.
The deadlock highlights the enduring power of Hezbollah within Lebanon and the challenges facing international mediation.
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