Why it matters
The United States is directly involved through its Beirut embassy; the statement concerns Lebanon’s security and who controls decisions about armed force. No further U.S. effects are reported.
SECURITY & DEFENSE • LEBANON
Five countries urge Lebanon’s parties to back state control of weapons
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The United States, United Kingdom, Australia, Canada and Japan called on Lebanese lawmakers and political parties to support the government’s exclusive authority over weapons and decisions on war and peace. The appeal comes amid tensions over an investigation into explosives linked to Hezbollah, according to Arab News.
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