Beirut: Army Commander, General Rodolphe Haykal, on Friday concluded his presentation of the Lebanese Army's plan to confine arms to the state and subsequently left the Cabinet session.
According to National News Agency - Lebanon, General Haykal's presentation focused on strategies to centralize weaponry control under the state's authority, aiming to mitigate the proliferation of arms outside official channels. The plan is a response to ongoing security concerns and aims to strengthen the state's monopoly over military force within Lebanon.
The session, attended by key government officials, highlighted the Lebanese Army's commitment to maintaining national stability and security. General Haykal's departure following the presentation was reportedly planned, allowing the Cabinet to deliberate on the proposal's implications independently.
The Lebanese government has been grappling with issues related to unregulated arms, which have posed challenges to law enforcement and public safety. The army's plan is seen as a significant step towards addressing these challenges by ensuring that all weapons are accounted for and managed by state authorities.