Without a struggle: Hezbollah tightens its grip on the state of Lebanon | Amit Yagur

Lt. Col. (res.) Amit Yagur argues in an opinion piece that Hezbollah is tightening its control over Lebanon through civilian institutions, reconstruction funds, and Iranian support, exploiting the weakness of the Lebanese government. The article notes events such as the opening of a Hezbollah health center under the patronage of the Lebanese health minister and cooperation between the Lebanese army and Hezbollah's aid organizations.

In a personal opinion column, Lt. Col. (res.) Amit Yagur argues that Hezbollah is tightening its grip on the state of Lebanon through reconstruction funds, civilian institutions, and Iranian support, all while the Lebanese government struggles to establish its sovereignty. The article notes that on October 17, 2026, the 'Dar al-Houra' health center in the southern Dahieh suburb of Beirut resumed operations under the patronage of Lebanese Health Minister Rakan Nasser al-Din, described as a Hezbollah outpost. It also describes Lebanese army soldiers operating alongside Hezbollah's 'Islamic Health Organization' personnel in evacuating casualties in southern Lebanon. The article warns that the current status quo, in which the government is deterred by assassination threats, does not serve Israel and the US, and proposes a strategy that includes toppling the regime in Iran and an international campaign to expose Hezbollah's activities.