US special envoy Tom Barrack stated that convincing Hezbollah to disarm is the responsibility of the Lebanese government, as Hezbollah’s leader Naim Qassem rejected disarmament efforts, claiming they serve Israel’s interests. Despite being weakened by recent conflicts, Hezbollah remains a significant political force in Lebanon, complicating efforts to resolve the ongoing issues with Israel, while the US maintains it will not pressure Lebanon regarding its internal matters.
