Report: No reconstruction funds before reforms and Hezbollah disarmament
Lebanese officials have sensed reluctance from major powers, particularly Arab countries, to provide reconstruction funds, the Nidaa al-Watan newspaper reported on Friday.
“Arab and donor countries have informed Lebanon that they will not to engage in the reconstruction project until the vision for Lebanon and the region becomes clear. According to their definition, reconstruction is linked to the state's ability to undertake necessary reforms, fully disarm Hezbollah and prevent it from rebuilding its military and financial capabilities,” the daily said.
“These countries do not want to engage in such a project while the situation has not yet reached a peaceful path,” the newspaper added.
All the Arab and European promises are “awaiting serious action by the Lebanese state and signals from Washington,” the daily said.
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