According to Ziad Majed, a professor of Middle East studies at the American University of Paris, disarming Hezbollah has proven to be 'extremely difficult' for the Lebanese government since the ceasefire with Israel in 2024. The situation is complicated by continuous Israeli strikes in Lebanon and the country's dire economic climate, creating a dilemma for Lebanese authorities regarding the approach to Hezbollah's disarmament. The government is forced to weigh the potential risks of an aggressive stance against a powerful militia that has significant local support.

Majed emphasizes that, despite Hezbollah's ties to Iran through funding and weaponry, the group has deep roots in Lebanese society. Many of its members hail from communities severely affected by Israeli military actions, which enhances their perceived legitimacy among supporters. This local connection complicates the Lebanese government’s ability to act against Hezbollah without incurring substantial backlash from the Shia community, which constitutes a major demographic in Lebanon.

The ongoing conflict dynamics present a significant challenge for Lebanon, as pursuing disarmament of Hezbollah could provoke further tensions with Israel and unrest within the country. The combination of geopolitical pressures from Israel and the internal socioeconomic crisis creates a precarious situation for the Lebanese government, revealing the complexities of managing regional militias in a tumultuous political landscape.