Massive Israeli strikes pound southern Lebanon
The Israeli Defense Forces (IDF) claimed the strikes were aimed at Hezbollah's military infrastructure, as reported by Channel 12.
The escalation comes amid a tense internal political climate in Lebanon, where the Lebanese army has reportedly begun restricting Hezbollah-affiliated motorcycle rallies and curbing the movement of the group's supporters in Beirut's southern suburbs.
According to Sky News, these measures align with ongoing government discussions over a proposed disarmament mechanism aimed at Hezbollah, a politically charged issue that risks deepening national divisions.
In response, Hezbollah's Secretary General, Sheikh Naim Qassem, issued a strong warning against any unilateral efforts to strip the group of its weapons. Speaking during a televised address on Tuesday, Qassem stated, 'We do not accept the gradual surrender of our strength in exchange for the continuation of Israeli aggression. Aggression is the issue, not our weapons. Solve the aggression issue first, and then we can discuss arms.'
Qassem emphasized that resistance and national sovereignty are inseparable, warning that any disarmament effort influenced by Israel, the United States, or Arab states would be seen as a direct threat to Lebanon's independence.
The government session discussing Hezbollah's armed status follows the recent war with Israel and signals rising tensions over Lebanon's future security strategy, with potential implications for regional stability.
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