Hezbollah warns Lebanese gov’t against pushing disarmament, threatens ‘chaos, civil war’

Author: Published: January 14, 2026

Hezbollah insists that the deal only applies to the southernmost region of Lebanon that borders Israel and has refused to relinquish its arsenal elsewhere.

A CROWD in Tehran watches an address, on the screen by Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, in November. Hezbollah is virtually a state within a state, sucking the lifeblood out of Lebanon at the instigation of Iran, says the writer.
A CROWD in Tehran watches an address, on the screen by Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah, in November. Hezbollah is virtually a state within a state, sucking the lifeblood out of Lebanon at the instigation of Iran, says the writer.
(photo credit: WEST ASIA NEWS AGENCY/REUTERS)
ByREUTERS, THE MEDIA LINE STAFF
A senior Hezbollah official has warned Lebanon’s government that pressing on with efforts to disarm the group throughout the country would trigger chaos and possibly civil war, according to comments circulated by the armed group on Wednesday.

Lebanon has pledged to bring all arms in the country under state control, in line with a 2024 agreement that ended a devastating war between Hezbollah and Israel.

Hezbollah insists that the deal only applies to the southernmost region of Lebanon that borders Israel and has refused to relinquish its arsenal elsewhere.

“The path taken by the Lebanese government and state institutions will lead Lebanon to instability, chaos, and perhaps even civil war,” Qmati said, though he added that Hezbollah would not be dragged into a confrontation with Lebanon’s army.

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The Lebanese army said last week that it had taken operational control in the area between the Litani River and Israel’s border. The Lebanese cabinet has asked the army to brief it in early February on how it would pursue disarmament in other parts of the country.

Hezbollah has said that Israeli troops must withdraw from five hilltop positions they occupy in southern Lebanon, halt near-daily airstrikes on Lebanon, and release detained Lebanese before any further disarmament is discussed.

“There will be no talk or dialogue about any situation north of the Litani River before Israel withdraws from all Lebanese territory, liberates the South and the prisoners, and stops its violations against Lebanon,” said Qmati.

oun: Lebanon will continue disarmament campaign even as Israeli strikes continue

Israel says that efforts to disarm Hezbollah fighters have been insufficient, raising pressure on Lebanese leaders who fear Israel could escalate strikes.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said Sunday that Beirut’s campaign to dismantle armed groups will continue even as Israeli strikes continue, insisting that disarmament will move forward across the country, including areas north of the Litani River.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said Sunday that Beirut’s campaign to dismantle armed groups will continue even as Israeli strikes continue, insisting that disarmament will move forward across the country, including areas north of the Litani River.

Iranian President claims: Israel sent terrorists

Author: Published: January 12, 2026

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian claims that foreign actors, including Israel and the United States, are sending terrorists disguised as protesters to destabilize the regime.

Dalit Halevi

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Masoud Pezeshkian

Masoud PezeshkianReuters/Morteza Nikoubazl/NurPhoto

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian described the growing wave of protests against the Islamic regime as “terrorist acts” carried out by “the enemy,” which he claims has sent “terrorists” into Iran to undermine internal stability.

In an interview with Iranian television, Pezeshkian asserted that the United States and Israel had directed sabotage groups to carry out “acts of destruction and violence” within the country, exploiting civilian protests to escalate tensions.

Meanwhile, an intelligence official from the Revolutionary Guards announced that two “spies belonging to Mossad” had been arrested in Khorasan Province in recent days, allegedly involved in organizing large-scale disturbances.

According to the official, the suspects were found in possession of communication and espionage equipment, as well as weapons and ammunition, as part of a “multi-stage plan” to incite violence and attack security institutions.

Addressing the root causes of the protests, Pezeshkian stated that the government has a duty “to resolve citizens’ problems in every possible way” and warned young people not to be swayed by “trained terrorist elements” who, he claimed, operate under the sponsorship of foreign actors.

He added that he had summoned business owners who expressed reservations about government policy and instructed his ministers to establish teams for the rapid handling of their concerns.

Trump: We’re considering very strong options on Iran

Author: Published: January 12, 2026

Trump says Iran is nearing his red line as protests escalate, warning the US is reviewing “very strong options” and monitoring developments “every hour.”

lad Benari

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US President Donald Trump said on Sunday night that the US is watching Iran closely and weighing possible responses as unrest in the country grows.

Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump stated that Iran is starting to cross his red line.

“There seems to be some people killed that aren’t supposed to be killed. We are looking at it very seriously, the military is looking at it and we’re looking at some very strong options,” he added, noting that he is receiving reports on the Iranian protests every hour.

He also warned Iran against attacking American bases in the region, stating that if they do, “we will hit them harder than they imagined.”

The President also revealed that Iran reached out to the US on Saturday and proposed holding talks on a nuclear deal. “We may meet them,” he added.

Trump’s comments came hours after the White House posted a cryptic message on social media amid the tensions with Iran and speculations that the US might launch strikes against the Islamic Republic.

“We have three things to say…GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS. GOD BLESS AMERICA. AND WE ARE JUST GETTING STARTED,” the post said, alongside a picture of Trump with US troops in the background.

Axios reported earlier on Sunday, citing two US officials, that Trump is examining a range of possible steps to support the ongoing protests in Iran and apply pressure on the Iranian regime.

The report said discussions inside the Trump administration are taking place as demonstrations continue to spread across Iran and reports emerge of a rising death toll. Trump has publicly warned that the United States could use military force if the regime carries out mass killings of protesters.

Meanwhile, The Telegraph reported that Trump had been warned by military commanders that additional time is needed to prepare for any potential strikes against Iran

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