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Hezbollah's deputy secretary general, Hassan Fadlallah, has stated that Lebanese authorities cannot enforce any U.S.-brokered agreement without resorting to civil war with U.S. backing. He emphasized that Hezbollah would resist any measures taken by the Lebanese government, including maintaining its armed capabilities, and warned that the group's opposition would block implementation of commitments on the ground. Fadlallah also rejected a potential U.S.-Israel-Lebanon peace deal, asserting that Hezbollah's political and military influence would prevent one-sided ceasefire arrangements.
This geopolitical tension could impact regional stability, affecting trade routes and investor sentiment in the Middle East. For traders, heightened risks in Lebanon may indirectly influence global markets through oil prices and regional security dynamics. The situation underscores the fragility of diplomatic efforts in conflict zones, where non-state actors hold significant sway.
MENA investors should monitor developments in Lebanon-Israel relations and Hezbollah's stance, as prolonged instability could disrupt regional energy flows and economic cooperation. The U.S. and Gulf states' responses to Hezbollah's resistance may also shape broader geopolitical strategies in the region.
