Arms Monopoly Debated, Port Justice Sought

On 2025-08-03, Lebanese media largely maintained its focus on the state's efforts to assert exclusive control over weapons, with a critical cabinet session anticipated on Tuesday. Reports cited Kuwaiti sources suggesting that consolidating arms under strong state authority could enable full Israeli withdrawal. Early reports also covered Hezbollah's rejection of disarmament timeframes and demand for army armament, alongside a reported shift in political momentum supporting the state. Throughout the day, officials reiterated that no non-state arms held legitimacy and cautioned against disarmament becoming an internal "Lebanese-Lebanese problem." Concurrently, the fifth anniversary of the Beirut Port blast dominated later coverage, featuring widespread calls for justice and accountability, with public figures emphasizing no one stood above the law. The Beirut silos were officially designated historical monuments amidst these persistent calls.