Lebanese Army soldiers deploy in Tayr Harfa, South Lebanon, Jan. 27, 2025. (Credit: Fadel Iitani/AFP)
On Jan. 20, upon entering the White House, U.S. President Donald Trump approved a decision to suspend all international aid for three months, except for the military aid promised to Israel and Egypt. This temporary move could have multiple impacts on the Lebanese Army — of which the United States is the main funder — if it were to be definitely confirmed. It is particularly surprising as it comes in the wake of massive efforts jointly undertaken by former President Joe Biden and his Republican successor to achieve a cease-fire between Hezbollah and Israel, in which the Lebanese armed forces play a central role.Certainly, the Lebanese Army can rely on support from other financiers, including the European Union (which just announced an envelope of 60 million euros) and Qatar. However, the troops still largely depend on American aid,...
On Jan. 20, upon entering the White House, U.S. President Donald Trump approved a decision to suspend all international aid for three months, except for the military aid promised to Israel and Egypt. This temporary move could have multiple impacts on the Lebanese Army — of which the United States is the main funder — if it were to be definitely confirmed. It is particularly surprising as it comes in the wake of massive efforts jointly undertaken by former President Joe Biden and his Republican successor to achieve a cease-fire between Hezbollah and Israel, in which the Lebanese armed forces play a central role.Certainly, the Lebanese Army can rely on support from other financiers, including the European Union (which just announced an envelope of 60 million euros) and Qatar. However, the troops still largely depend on American aid,...
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