State Department Responds to Lebanese President's Hezbollah Disarmament Plan

Lebanese President's Disarmament Statement

• 🎯 The Lebanese President reportedly stated an intention to disarm Hezbollah by the end of the year.
• ⚠️ This statement was reportedly made on the condition that it be done on a bilateral basis without foreign interference or pressure.

State Department's Stance

• 🚫 Spokesperson Tammy Bruce declined to speculate on the specific reaction or how Deputy Special Envoy’s role might be shaped by this announcement.
• 🗣️ Bruce emphasized that her role is to discuss results and intentions, not to speculate on future actions of special envoys or responses to other nations' leaders.
• 🌍 The State Department's clear position is a desire for peace in the entire region.
• ⚠️ This includes addressing the Iran threat, which encompasses Hezbollah, Hamas, and the Houthis.
• 🤝 The United States stands with Israel.