Bangladesh, May 8 -- Lebanon stands at a pivotal crossroads, facing one of the most complex and sensitive challenges in its modern history: disarming Hezbollah without plunging the country into internal conflict, while simultaneously reclaiming its sovereignty from an increasingly entrenched Israeli military presence. President Joseph Aouns decision to pursue dialogue with Hezbollah represents a prudent, if precarious, attempt to resolve the longstanding issue of the groups arms. However, success will depend not only on Lebanese diplomacy but also on the role of external powers – particularly the United States – in reining in Israels aggressive posture.

Today, Israel continues to conduct near-daily airstrikes in southern Leba...