Nawaf Salam criticized Tehran's attempt to control Lebanon, coinciding with reports of Iran dictating terms to Hezbollah.

The entities involved

• Hezbollah →

  Iranian-backed Shia Islamist political party and armed organization in Lebanon

  • Iran demands an Israeli withdrawal for a ceasefire, amid ongoing regional conflict, rising gas prices, and intercepted attacks.15:15
  • Hezbollah and Houthis participate in actions supporting Iran, driving regional instability in the Middle East.12:40
• Lebanon →

  country in West Asia

  • Political developments show Hezbollah's deep entrenchment in the Lebanese state, while calls are made for Israeli military withdrawal and the restoration of state authority.06:49
  • Lebanon seeks state control over weapons, but Hezbollah rejects the move, amid international support for Lebanese sovereignty.06:49

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