President Joseph Aoun and Lebanese Forces leader Samir Geagea in Baabda, June 24, 2025. (Credit: Photo taken from the Presidency X account)
The international community is growing impatient. When it comes to reforms — and especially the disarmament of Hezbollah — it is no longer satisfied with speeches emphasizing the government’s determination to resolve the issue. It wants Lebanon’s officials to take concrete action as soon as possible, based on a clearly defined timeline. This was the main message U.S. envoy Thomas Barrack delivered during his recent visit to Beirut. He echoed the concerns of several local players, starting with the Lebanese Forces.This party, which positions itself as the spearhead of the camp opposing Hezbollah, has called for a set date to dismantle the pro-Iran militia’s arsenal. Lebanese Forces leader Samir Geagea reiterated that demand on Tuesday from the Baabda Presidential Palace. An editorial Open letter to Joseph Aoun His statement added to...
The international community is growing impatient. When it comes to reforms — and especially the disarmament of Hezbollah — it is no longer satisfied with speeches emphasizing the government’s determination to resolve the issue. It wants Lebanon’s officials to take concrete action as soon as possible, based on a clearly defined timeline. This was the main message U.S. envoy Thomas Barrack delivered during his recent visit to Beirut. He echoed the concerns of several local players, starting with the Lebanese Forces.This party, which positions itself as the spearhead of the camp opposing Hezbollah, has called for a set date to dismantle the pro-Iran militia’s arsenal. Lebanese Forces leader Samir Geagea reiterated that demand on Tuesday from the Baabda Presidential Palace. An editorial Open letter to Joseph Aoun His statement...
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