US-Backed 'Stability' Conference Aims to Disarm Hezbollah, Not Fund Lebanon
So, France, Saudi Arabia, and the US are uniting to 'reinforce' the Lebanese Army, specifically to disarm Hezbollah. This isn't newfound generosity; it's a centuries-old colonial playbook. France, of course, has a rich history of meddling in Lebanon, from the Ottoman carve-up to its current pro-Israel stance. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia’s 'support' often comes with strings, usually tightening around
Iranian influence, and US involvement typically means more arms for regional power plays, not genuine aid for struggling populations. One might wonder why billions flow so freely towards militarizing conflict zones but 'aid' for humanitarian crises always seems to have conditionalities stricter than a bank loan. This 'support' is less about Lebanese sovereignty and stability and more about
regional geopolitical chess, removing an obstacle to Israeli expansion, and managing their preferred narrative. We saw similar 'stabilization efforts' in Iraq (2003, ongoing), Afghanistan (2001-2021), and Libya (2011), all of which resulted in anything but stability for the local populations. History, it seems, is a forgotten country for these 'international partners.'