Bangladesh, Aug. 8 -- The Lebanese Cabinets recent decision to task the national army with drafting a comprehensive plan to manage all weapons within Lebanon marks an unprecedented and historic moment in the countrys troubled political landscape. For the first time, the Lebanese state has openly acknowledged the need to address the long-standing issue of armed groups operating outside state control, with a primary focus on Hezbollahs vast arsenal. The goal is ambitious: to bring Hezbollahs weapons under state authority by the end of the year, effectively advancing Lebanons sovereignty and potentially paving the way for a more stable and unified future.

This announcement, which came a day after the fifth anniversary of the devastating 202...