On Tuesday, the armed organization Hezbollah rejected the Lebanese government's decision to allow the army at least four months to advance the second phase of a national disarmament plan. Hezbollah views this initiative as serving the interests of Israel, amid ongoing tensions in the region. The Lebanese cabinet had tasked the army with creating and implementing a plan to bring all armed groups' weapons under state control, primarily targeting Hezbollah following the disastrous war with Israel in 2024.

In September 2025, the Lebanese cabinet officially welcomed the army's plan to disarm the Iran-backed Shiite militia, though it did not establish a clear timeline and cautioned that the army's limited capabilities and ongoing Israeli attacks could hinder progress. Hezbollah's Secretary-General, Sheikh Naim Qassem, emphasized in his statements that they would not accept any disarmament initiative that does not align with their interests and security, reflecting the group's steadfast position in the face of government actions perceived as detrimental to their standing.

The rejection of the disarmament plan underscores the deep-seated political and military complexities within Lebanon, where the relationship between state authority and non-state armed groups like Hezbollah continues to be fraught with challenges. This situation not only affects Lebanon's internal stability but also has implications for regional dynamics, especially regarding Israel's role and influence in the ongoing conflict with Hezbollah and other militant factions in the area.