Kataeb MP Elias Hankach has raised serious concerns about Lebanon's future, particularly under Hezbollah's dominance over the state and its institutions.

During an appearance on Rabih Yassin's "15 Questions Challenge" show on YouTube, Hankach addressed direct questions to Hezbollah’s Secretary-General Hassan Nasrallah.

"Do you want to change Lebanon’s identity, culture, structure, diversity, and its place in the world?" he asked, also questioning the disconnect between Hezbollah, its supporters, and the rest of the Lebanese population. 

He emphasized the Kataeb's commitment to resisting Hezbollah’s control over Lebanon, affirming that the opposition is more unified than ever, particularly when it comes to preventing any political maneuvering regarding the presidential election. 

"Our presence, as the Kataeb Party and as the opposition, is to stop Hezbollah from imposing its fictitious victories on the internal front, as it has done in the past," Hankach said. 

The Kataeb MP urged Hezbollah to seize a unique opportunity to engage in dialogue with all Lebanese factions and agree on a new roadmap for coexistence, making it clear that the majority of Lebanese citizens reject living under Hezbollah’s pre-October 7 approach.

Reflecting on recent statements by Kataeb leader MP Samy Gemayel, Hankach recalled that the latter had suggested a potential "divorce" from Hezbollah if the party refuses to agree on a fair living arrangement with all Lebanese, grounded in law and the application of the constitution.

"Hezbollah must now decide: building a state or divorce," he said.

On the matter of former Central Bank Governor Riad Salameh's arrest, Hankach said that Lebanon’s judiciary is facing a true test, particularly under the immense pressure placed on judges who, according to the lawmaker, must act according to their conscience and the law.

"This case should pave the way for genuine accountability for all those involved with Salameh—whether bankers, politicians, or others who have influenced the political sphere," Hankach stressed, adding that reforming the judiciary is crucial to building a new Lebanon.

Hankach also addressed the recent political shift of former MP Walid Jumblat, noting that the latter's approach to politics as "the art of the possible" contradicts the principles of the Kataeb Party.

"Jumblat has participated in all governments for the past forty years, whether with the ruling majority or the opposition. So, why should we be surprised by his latest shift?" Hankach questioned.

Regarding the internal divisions within the Free Patriotic Movement (FPM), Hankach saw these developments as internal, partisan matters, noting that the defected MPs were key participants in the FPM's practices in the public sphere.

"Their resignations now do not absolve them of responsibility. Why didn’t they resign before, especially given that ex-Minister Bassil’s practices have been ongoing since 2016, if not before?" he remarked.

Reflecting on the recent anniversary of Kataeb founder Pierre Gemayel's death, Hankach addressed the issue of Lebanese resistance symbols, deeming the desecration of Lebanese resistance symbols as "prohibited". Hankach further emphasized that respect for the party’s martyrs and icons is non-negotiable, warning that if Hezbollah continues to show disrespect, "we will respond in kind."