Palestinian president in Lebanon to discuss disarmament of refugee camps

Palestinian President Mahmud Abbas visited Beirut for discussions on disarming Palestinian refugee camps as Lebanon seeks to assert control over its territory. This marks Abbas’s first visit since 2017, addressing the presence of Palestinian factions and weapons within the camps, which are beyond Lebanese authority, while also focusing on improving the civil and human rights of refugees. The meeting is part of Lebanon’s efforts to enhance state sovereignty amid changing regional dynamics and ongoing tensions involving groups like Hamas and Hezbollah.