In an attempt to calm things down, the foreign policy official visited… European Union Joseph Burrell Beirut, carrying a support initiative for the Lebanese army worth 200 million euros.
“radar” On Sky News Arabia, this hot issue was discussed with the participation of writer and political researcher Radwan Aqeel, and writer and political researcher Muhammad Kalash.
Borrell: Supporting the Lebanese Army and betting on 1701
The discussion began with a presentation of Joseph Borrell’s visit to Beirut, where he called on the European Union to… cease-fire between Hezbollah andIsrael.
Borrell explained that the financial support provided aims to enhance capabilities Lebanese Army To implement Security Council Resolution 1701.
Muhammad Kalash commented on this step, saying that the European paper may be symbolic, as it clashes with Israeli conditions that he described as “mining”, such as Israel retaining the right to intervene in southern Lebanon.
He added that these conditions make achieving any immediate calm difficult.
The Lebanese army is between pressures and challenges
Radwan Aqeel stressed the importance of European support for the Lebanese Army in light of the heavy burdens placed on it.
He considered that the Israeli escalation aims to undermine the role of the Lebanese army in the south, citing the recent targeting of army positions near Naqoura.
He stressed that Lebanon, across its various political spectrums, rejects Israel’s violation of the limits of Resolution 1701.
Netanyahu is evasive
The two guests discussed the Israeli Prime Minister’s strategies Benjamin Netanyahu In dealing with the crisis, Kalash considered that Netanyahu is seeking to buy time while waiting for the US administration to change, noting that the US envoy Amos Hochstein may be part of a plan aimed at postponing the settlement until after the arrival of the Republicans led by Trump.
The 2006 scenario is repeated
Aqeel warned that the Israeli escalation may develop into a comprehensive targeting of Lebanese infrastructure, reminiscent of the 2006 aggression.
He pointed out that the strike on roads and facilities in the southern suburb reflects a trend towards a broader escalation, with intensified pressure on the Lebanese government to hold it responsible for the escalation.
The position of the European Union and the role of France
Muhammad Kalash explained that the European Union, led by FranceHe continues his attempts to coordinate efforts with the United States and Arab countries to resolve the crisis. However, these efforts remain limited in the face of unconditional American support for Israel.
He added that the continuation of this approach may lead to deepening differences between Europe and the next US administration.
Diplomatic race in the face of escalation?
Lebanon faces a critical moment between military escalation and diplomatic efforts. The two guests agreed that delaying any agreement may complicate the situation further, with serious repercussions on security and stability in the region.
