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U.S. envoy Tom Barrack has issued a stark warning that Lebanon risks being overtaken by regional powers unless it swiftly confronts Hezbollah’s armed presence and initiates essential political and economic reforms. Speaking to The National, Barrack painted a picture of urgency, emphasizing Lebanon’s vulnerable position amid growing regional pressures from Israel, Iran, and Syria. “You have Israel on one side, …

President Joseph Aoun has reaffirmed Lebanon’s commitment to centralizing control over the country’s weaponry, declaring on Friday that the state’s monopoly on arms is a settled matter. He also praised Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri for his role in promoting national stability and backing efforts to restore full state authority. A Firm Stance on State Sovereignty Speaking to visitors, Aoun underscored …

The United States is permitting Israel to maintain its current level of limited military engagement in Lebanon, but American officials are reportedly not supportive of a broader, full-scale war breaking out on Lebanese territory. This stance was revealed by seasoned diplomatic sources in comments to An-Nahar newspaper, published Friday. Subtle Strategic Calculations Following Iran Conflict According to these diplomatic insiders, …

As diplomatic efforts intensify in the Middle East, U.S. envoy Tom Barrack has reportedly informed Lebanese officials that they have a three-month window to devise a resolution concerning Hezbollah’s weapons arsenal. According to Lebanon’s al-Akhbar newspaper, Barrack delivered this message during his recent visit to Beirut, citing informed sources familiar with the discussions. Urgency for Disarmament and Reconstruction Conditions Barrack’s …

Lebanon’s top political leaders have reached a unified position ahead of a second visit by U.S. envoy Tom Barrack, expected before July 10. The discussions, led by President Joseph Aoun, Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, have reportedly resulted in consensus on a draft response to proposals presented by the United States regarding Hezbollah’s disarmament and a …

Lebanese political leaders convened at Baabda Palace on Monday to deliberate on a U.S. proposal concerning Hezbollah’s disarmament and Israel’s military presence in southern Lebanon. The meeting, the second of its kind within days, included representatives of President Joseph Aoun, Speaker Nabih Berri, and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam. Discussions centered on a document delivered by U.S. envoy Tom Barrack, which …

Lebanese authorities have submitted a revised response to a diplomatic proposal from U.S. envoy Tom Barrack, anchoring their position on the principle of reciprocal action. According to officials familiar with the matter, the Lebanese side firmly opposes the framework outlined by the U.S. representative, which reportedly demanded the immediate surrender of Hezbollah’s weapons as a precondition for American efforts to …