Disarming Palestinian factions in Lebanon: A test for stability?

Disarming Palestinian factions in Lebanon: A test for stability?

Palestinian Authority (PA) President Mahmoud Abbas is expected to visit Lebanon in mid-to-late May to finalise an agreement with Lebanese officials on the disarmament of Palestinian factions in refugee camps across the country, including by force if necessary, according to recent reports.  The move, supported by both the Palestinian Authority and the Lebanese government, seeks to consolidate state control over all weapons in Lebanon, including t…

EU Announces €8 Million for Post-Conflict Stability in Lebanon

The European Union announced 8 million Euro to support stability, security, and peace in Lebanon, following 13 months of conflict. The project will be implemented by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). The devastating conflict has