Israel and Lebanon Sign US‑Brokered Peace Framework for Hezbollah Disarmament

On 5 July, Israel and Lebanon signed a trilateral security framework in Washington, mediated by the United States. The agreement calls for the complete disarmament of Hezbollah and other non‑state armed groups, a phased Israeli withdrawal from occupied Lebanese territory, and the gradual transfer of full security responsibilities to the Lebanese armed forces.

The United States pledged $100 million in humanitarian aid and pledged to mobilise international support for Lebanon’s reconstruction and economic recovery. A US‑supervised joint military coordination group will monitor implementation, and detailed security annexes will outline timelines and verification mechanisms.

In Lebanon, the deal sparked sharply divided reactions. Supporters, including President Michel Aoun, view it as a step toward ending decades‑long conflict and curbing Iranian influence. Hezbollah and its parliamentary allies denounced the framework as a surrender to Israeli and American demands, staging protests in Beirut with flags and road blockades. Analysts warned that the fragile internal political balance could be further strained, risking renewed instability if the disarmament process stalls.

The agreement also emphasizes Lebanon’s full sovereign control over its entire territory, the cessation of any Israeli claims, and the prevention of third‑party coercion. Further bilateral talks are scheduled to pursue a comprehensive peace and security settlement.