The credibility of Lebanon’s government hinges on its ability to translate stated principles into concrete action, U.S. envoy Thomas Barrack said.

"The credibility of Lebanon’s government  rests on its ability to match principle with practice. As its leaders have said repeatedly, it is critical that the state has a monopoly on arms," Barrack wrote on X. 

“As long as Hezbollah retains arms, words will not suffice,” he warned, underscoring the urgent need for both the government and Hezbollah to fully commit to disarmament efforts.

“The government and Hezbollah need to fully commit and act now in order to not consign the Lebanese people to the stumbling status quo,” Barrack added, highlighting the risk that failure to address the issue could leave Lebanon trapped in ongoing political and security paralysis.