Lebanon’s ban on Hezbollah ‘activities’: bold but difficult to implement

Al JazeeraCenterEN 5 min read 100% complete by Justin SalhaniMarch 3, 2026 at 03:27 PM

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In March 2026, the Lebanese government, led by Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, announced a ban on Hezbollah's military and security activities. This decision followed Hezbollah's attack on Israel's Ramat Airbase and military facilities in the Golan Heights, which the group claimed was retaliation for the assassination of Iran's Supreme Leader and Israeli attacks on Lebanon. Analysts suggest the ban, while difficult to enforce, could significantly impact Lebanon's future, potentially consolidating security under government control. While some Shia groups support the decision as a means of stabilizing the state, experts express concern about the army's reluctance to confront Hezbollah and the potential for internal conflict. The ban occurs against the backdrop of escalating regional tensions, including a US and Israeli offensive against Iran.

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Nabih Berri 35% Ayatollah Ali Khamenei 40% Lebanese American University 40% Amal Movement 45% Imad Salamey 50% Beirut ×255% Nawaf Salam 60% United States 65% Iran ×370% Israel ×580% Lebanon ×585% Hezbollah ×895%

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hezbollah 100% lebanon 90% ban on activities 80% israeli attacks 70% internal strife 60% security 60% economic collapse 50% iran 50% political sphere 50% military facility 40%

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Lebanon

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