Lebanese President Backs Gradual Peace with Israel, Hezbollah Disarmament

Lebanese President Michel Aoun publicly endorsed a phased peace plan with Israel, starting with a security agreement and Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon, and committing to Hezbollah's disarmament while avoiding internal strife. This marks a notable shift in Lebanese official rhetoric, though Aoun's term ended in 2022 and his current influence is limited; the plan's viability hinges on Hezbollah's cooperation and regional dynamics.