Lebanon enters talks with Israel but with no cards to play

Lebanon enters high-stakes peace negotiations with Israel, but its ability to influence Hezbollah remains a critical weakness. | Contesto: cronaca

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• Lebanon enters talks with Israel but with no cards to play

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The Lebanese government has entered a new round of peace negotiations with Israel, a diplomatic move long sought by the international community but one that analysts say is undermined by Beirut's severely limited influence over Hezbollah, the powerful Iran-backed militia that controls southern Lebanon and remains a primary antagonist of the Israeli state. The talks, mediated by the United States and hosted by a third-party nation, aim to formally end decades of hostilities and establish a permanent maritime border, yet the fundamental power dynamic within Lebanon casts immediate doubt on the proceedings. For years, the prospect of direct talks between the two nations has been held hostage by the unresolved conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. The 2006 war between the two left deep scars, and sporadic clashes have continued along the United Nations-patrolled Blue Line. While the Lebanese state officially seeks peace, its authority does not extend to the heavily armed Hezbollah, which operates as a state-within-a-state. This schism means that any agreement signed by the government in Beirut could be rendered meaningless if Hezbollah chooses to reject its terms and continue its military posture. The current negotiations are primarily driven by external pressure and a specific economic imperative: defining a maritime boundary to unlock potential offshore natural gas reserves for both countries. Lebanon, mired in a catastrophic financial collapse, sees the hydrocarbon wealth as a potential lifeline. However, this narrow focus on economic gain exposes the government's weak bargaining position. With no credible military threat to leverage and a fractured political class, Lebanese negotiators have little to offer beyond their signature, raising questions about what concessions they can realistically secure from a stronger, more unified Israel. Historical context underscores the challenge. Past attempts at diplomacy have repeatedly foundered on the rock of Hezbollah's autonomy. The group's leadership has stated it will not be bound by any agreement it does not endorse, and it views its arsenal as essential for defending Lebanon against Israel. This creates a...

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