Prime Minister Says Lebanon Won’t Get Involved in Dangerous Conflicts

Lebanon’s leader, Nawaf Salam, told people on Saturday that the country would not let itself be pulled into risky battles. He was speaking after Israel and the United States carried out attacks on Iran, a move that has raised tensions in the region. Salam’s message was aimed at Hezbollah, an Iran‑backed group that has long fought Israel and could be drawn into larger fights. He said the country must act wisely and patriotically. “We should put Lebanon’s safety and unity first, ” he added, urging all citizens to keep the nation’s interests above other concerns. Salam’s words came at a time when Israel warned Lebanon that it could hit the country hard, even targeting places like airports, if Hezbollah joined a conflict with the U. S. and Iran.Hezbollah has been fighting Israel for decades, starting in 1982 when it was created by Iran’s Revolutionary Guards. The group has survived many wars, but Israel recently struck heavily in 2024, killing its leader Hassan Nasrallah and many fighters while destroying a lot of the group’s weapons. This shows how dangerous it can be for Lebanon to get involved. Salam’s stance is clear: Lebanon will not let itself become part of a larger war that could threaten its security. He wants the nation to stay united and avoid being dragged into external conflicts. The message is a reminder that peace for Lebanon depends on careful choices and keeping the country’s well‑being at the top of the agenda.