Lebanese army foils Hezbollah-linked smuggling 500 kg. of explosives amid assassination fears
Lebanese forces seized 500 kg. of explosives allegedly linked to Hezbollah, sparking fears of political assassinations and renewed calls to disarm the group.
Lebanese military forces have intercepted a shipment containing 500 kilograms of explosives in the Bekaa Valley, according to official statements. Two suspects, believed to be members of Hezbollah, were arrested in connection with the smuggling operation. The explosives, including TNT and C4, were allegedly intended for use in assassination attempts in Beirut.
The suspects reportedly received the explosives from a Hezbollah commander in Baalbek. Beirut has not classified Hezbollah as a terrorist organization, despite its history of political assassinations and refusal to abide by arms legislation.
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