Disarming Hezbollah: Lebanon's Balancing Act

This chapter examines the recent Lebanese government's approval of a US-backed plan to disarm Hezbollah, exploring the implications of this agreement amidst internal and regional pushback. It highlights Hezbollah's historical context, military influence, and the challenges Lebanon faces in asserting state control over weaponry while managing external pressures from the US and Iran. Additionally, it touches on the broader geopolitical landscape, including the strategic military presence of the UK in Japan amid rising tensions in the region.