One year after Lebanon and Israel reached a ceasefire, the Lebanese government faces mounting challenges as it attempts to disarm Hezbollah and assert state control over all weapons. While disarmament south of the Litani River is reportedly complete, with Lebanese forces destroying large caches of Hezbollah arms, the group continues to retain significant weaponry in other regions, citing ongoing Israeli strikes and occupation as justification. The ceasefire agreement remains open to interpretation, with both sides accusing each other of violations, and United Nations peacekeepers reporting thousands of incidents over the past year. The fragile situation is further complicated by Hezbollah's strong support base and the Lebanese state's limited capacity, raising concerns that renewed conflict could erupt if diplomatic efforts fail.
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