Khaberni - Reuters reported that the U.S. administration, led by Donald Trump, is pressuring the Syrian government to carry out a ground operation in eastern Lebanon, in efforts aimed at reducing Hezbollah's influence and disarming it.
According to the report, Washington has proposed this to Damascus as part of broader actions related to the regional escalation, particularly after Hezbollah engaged in confrontation with Iran in early March by targeting Israeli sites. However, according to sources, the Syrian leadership is dealing with the idea very cautiously, fearing sliding into a broader conflict and the possible sectarian tensions within the region.
Informed sources pointed out that the discussion about this proposal began last year during communications between U.S. and Syrian officials, before it resurfaced recently in conjunction with the outbreak of confrontation between the United States and Israel on one side, and Iran on the other. Accounts differ about the timing of the proposal's re-introduction, with Syrian officials stating it was presented just before the escalation began, while Western intelligence sources suggest it was raised immediately following the outbreak.
Reuters quoted several officials and diplomats stating that Damascus is considering the option of conducting a cross-border military operation, but has not yet decided, given the complexities of the regional scene. It also noted that this direction had not been previously revealed in the media.
On the other hand, the U.S. Department of State has declined to comment on this information, confirming its non-disclosure of diplomatic correspondences, and advised referring to the Syrian and Lebanese governments for any details related to possible military maneuvers.
