A Hezbollah representative in the Lebanese government cautioned the authorities against underestimating Iran's commitment to block Israel if Tehran is harmed by the emerging memorandum of understanding. The statement, circulated via an Arabic-language the source, reflects Hezbollah's effort to manage domestic expectations amid ongoing negotiations.
A Hezbollah representative in the Lebanese government issued a warning Thursday evening against underestimating Iran's commitment to its obligations, according to a single Arabic-language the source. The representative stated that "the government must be careful not to underestimate Iran's ability to fulfill its commitment to block Israel if it is harmed by the content of the memorandum of understanding." The remark references the emerging framework between Washington and Tehran, which has drawn concern from Israeli officials and criticism from Hezbollah-aligned figures in Lebanon. The statement appears aimed at shoring up domestic credibility for Iran as a guarantor, at a time when the Lebanese state and Hezbollah are navigating the terms of a potential agreement with Israel. It remains unclear whether the warning reflects official Hezbollah policy or the view of an individual faction within the Lebanese government. No additional sources have corroborated the quote or its context as of Thursday night.
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