امریکی مخالفت کے باوجود حزب اللہ لبنان کی کابینہ میں شامل وزارت خزانہ بھی شیعہ نمائندہ کو ملی

 Lebanon has formed a new government under the leadership of Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, in which Hezbollah has received six ministries directly and indirectly, while the Ministry of Finance has also been given to a Shiite representative, ending a long political stalemate in Lebanon. This development is important because it reflects a change in the political landscape. In the new 24-member cabinet, Hezbollah did not directly endorse the appointment of Prime Minister Salam, but participated in negotiations regarding the distribution of Shiite seats. It is noteworthy that Hezbollah’s ally, the Shiite Amal Movement, has been elected to four cabinet members, including Finance Minister Yassin Jaber, while Hezbollah has received two ministerial positions.

Including the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Labor, earlier, US Envoy to Lebanon Morgan Ortagus said after meeting with President Joseph Aoun on Friday that Hezbollah should not be included in Lebanon’s future government and that this is a red line for Washington. Hezbollah’s direct representation in the Lebanese cabinet is less than in the previous government. The United States has been calling for limiting Hezbollah’s involvement in Lebanon’s governance. US Deputy Middle East Envoy Morgan Ortagus stressed that the United States considers Hezbollah’s inclusion in the Lebanese cabinet a red line and has urged Lebanese leaders to reduce the group’s influence in order to gain international support and aid.

The reduction in direct role for Hezbollah is being seen as a strategic move to restore trust among Lebanese citizens and the international community in the current government formation. Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has pledged to implement necessary reforms to address Lebanon’s economic crisis and facilitate reconstruction efforts following the recent conflict with Israel. Hezbollah maintains a presence in the government through coalition appointments and two ministerial positions in Lebanon’s new government. Its direct influence appears to be diminishing. The shift reflects both internal political dynamics and external pressures aimed at reducing the group’s role in Lebanese governance.