The United States has formally urged Lebanon to present a clear and time-bound plan for removing all non-state weapons across the country by the end of the year, Lebanese political sources told Asharq Al-Awsat newspaper, signaling growing pressure from Washington for Beirut to implement the long-stalled UN Security Council Resolution 1701.

According to a senior Lebanese official familiar with the matter, the U.S. response to Lebanon’s latest proposal was described as “polite in tone but firm in substance.” Washington, the source said, expects Beirut to commit to a concrete timeline for disarmament and for the Lebanese Army and security forces to extend their full authority nationwide, notably areas where Hezbollah currently maintains de facto control.

An emergency session of the tripartite committee tasked with handling this matter was held Tuesday at the presidential palace in Baabda to review the American position and coordinate a unified national response ahead of Barrack’s anticipated return later this month.

President Joseph Aoun, Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam had all received a copy of the U.S. reply through the American embassy in Beirut.

“The Americans want a firm Lebanese commitment to eliminate all illegal arms in the country by year-end,” the source said, speaking on condition of anonymity. “They are seeking a structured disarmament process, with national security institutions regaining exclusive control over Lebanese territory.”

While U.S. officials reportedly acknowledged Lebanon’s internal complexities and the need for a domestic dialogue, especially regarding Hezbollah’s arsenal, they made clear that the six-month window previously granted should be sufficient for Lebanon to fulfill its obligations.

“The government is bound by the president’s oath of office and the ministerial statement, which both affirm that only the Lebanese state has the right to bear arms,” the source added.

The U.S. stance reportedly carries an implicit warning: failure to produce measurable progress on disarmament could have diplomatic or political repercussions. Washington is also seeking assurances that Lebanon will not repeat what it sees as past failures, including the aftermath of Resolution 1701’s adoption in 2006, when Hezbollah allegedly rebuilt its military capabilities in defiance of the agreement.

In response, Lebanon is preparing to demand a set of clear U.S. guarantees in exchange for progress on disarmament. According to the same official, Beirut wants assurances on several key issues, including:

• Full Israeli withdrawal from five disputed positions in southern Lebanon that were occupied during the most recent conflict

• Formal border demarcation between Lebanon and Israel

• The release of Lebanese detainees held by Israel

• A reconstruction plan for areas destroyed in the recent fighting

• An end to Israeli territorial, aerial, and maritime violations

• A halt to targeted assassinations of Lebanese citizens, including Hezbollah members

“These demands are critical for securing internal consensus and protecting national sovereignty,” the source said.

A cabinet source confirmed that the pressure now falls on the Lebanese side to produce a unified, actionable position.

“The U.S. expects not just commitments, but results,” the source said. “This includes disarming Hezbollah and Palestinian factions, along with dismantling all illegal weapons networks.”

The source added that any final framework would likely require a national dialogue process involving Hezbollah and other key political actors. However, the Lebanese official position must ultimately be issued by the president and endorsed by the government.