Arab diplomat warns of Hezbollah's sabotage

The report from the Arab diplomat in Beirut reveals that Lebanon's escalating economic crisis may be exploited by Hezbollah as a means to destabilize the political and security situation. This is driven by rising fuel prices and the Lebanese people's diminishing ability to afford living costs. Over the past few months, gasoline and diesel prices have risen significantly—gasoline by about 50% and diesel by 89% in less than seven months—impacting the costs of electricity, transportation, bread, and essential services. This increase in expenses could lead to widespread protests, which Hezbollah might politically leverage by applying pressure on the government and the current regime through escalating popular anger. Such unrest could trigger security and social crises without Hezbollah needing to directly intervene; protests might originate among specific sectors such as drivers and workers before spreading further. The analysis emphasizes that Lebanon's heavy reliance on foreign imports for its oil needs, combined with its limited capacity to cope with rising energy costs, raises the risk of institutional collapse and increased poverty. There are also concerns that ongoing conflict could lead to a food crisis and disruptions in institutional operations, further exacerbating social tensions within the country.

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