The Lebanese government has approved a controversial plan to disarm non-state actors, including Hezbollah, with a deadline set for the end of the year. This decision came during a session concluded on Friday, September 5, 2025, despite a walkout by Shiite ministers from Hezbollah and the Amal Movement in protest.
The initiative, backed by the United States, aims to centralize all weapons under state control within 120 days. Army Commander Rodolphe Haykal presented the plan, which has been met with rising tensions and fears of potential civil unrest in Lebanon.
This move follows a long-standing struggle to rein in armed groups in the country, particularly Hezbollah, which has maintained significant military capabilities outside the control of the Lebanese state. The situation is further complicated by the recent political climate, where Shiite Minister Fadi Makki has offered his resignation to President Aoun amid a broader crisis within the cabinet.
The approval of this disarmament plan is expected to escalate tensions in the already fragile political landscape. As previously reported, Hezbollah and Amal ministers are considering resignations from Lebanon"s cabinet, indicating a potential political fallout from this decision. The coming months will be critical in determining the effectiveness of the government"s initiative and the stability of Lebanon"s governance.
