As the article notes, part of why the Beirut explosion wasn't fully investigated was because Hezbollah was strongly against it. An Iranian-backed militia holds military and political power over...
As the article notes, part of why the Beirut explosion wasn't fully investigated was because Hezbollah was strongly against it. An Iranian-backed militia holds military and political power over the country; it could be argued that Lebanon is a failed state. With Hezbollah weakened, this could be the inflection point where Lebanon seizes back its sovereignty, which would help bring stability to the region. It will be interesting to watch Lebanon over the next few years.
One of the few bright spots to emerge from the regional conflict is the weakening and partial dislodging of Hezbollah. Ironically, Israel's invasion of southern Lebanon has finally freed the...
One of the few bright spots to emerge from the regional conflict is the weakening and partial dislodging of Hezbollah. Ironically, Israel's invasion of southern Lebanon has finally freed the country from its path set by Hezbollah, free to choose a new path.
As the article notes, part of why the Beirut explosion wasn't fully investigated was because Hezbollah was strongly against it. An Iranian-backed militia holds military and political power over the country; it could be argued that Lebanon is a failed state. With Hezbollah weakened, this could be the inflection point where Lebanon seizes back its sovereignty, which would help bring stability to the region. It will be interesting to watch Lebanon over the next few years.
One of the few bright spots to emerge from the regional conflict is the weakening and partial dislodging of Hezbollah. Ironically, Israel's invasion of southern Lebanon has finally freed the country from its path set by Hezbollah, free to choose a new path.
2020 Beirut explosion