Lebanon recently said it has finished the first step of disarming non-state armed groups in southern Lebanon, especially Hezbollah, but Israel questions this claim. Disarming these groups was an important part of a ceasefire agreement supported by the United States in late 2024. Reports say that large weapons storage sites were recently discovered, raising doubts that the process is complete. After several grace periods in 2025, Israel believes Lebanon has not done enough. Israeli military strikes on Hezbollah positions have continued almost daily for many months, and there are fears that a ground invasion could happen next. This situation has caused fear and uncertainty for people living in Lebanon, who are waiting to see what will happen. Humanitarian and Christian groups continue to serve communities, offer assistance, and provide encouragement to people during this challenging time. They believe God is in control and is working to reshape nations, bring renewal, and protect the future and purpose of the region.

Pray for the LORD’S peace to prevail between Lebanon and Israel. Pray for divine protection upon the innocent civilians in Lebanon, especially in southern Lebanon (The Holy Bible, Psalm 55:18).

Pray for wise counsel for the Lebanese authorities to disarm Hezbollah and to protect the people from further conflict. Pray for the LORD to ease the tension between Lebanon and Israel (The Holy Bible, Job 12:13).

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