Hezbollah Weapons Cache BLAST – Army Heroes Lost

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Lebanese army experts paid the ultimate price while dismantling Hezbollah’s deadly arsenal, exposing the dangerous reality of America’s efforts to finally disarm Iran’s proxy militia in Lebanon.

Story Highlights

Six Lebanese army experts killed in munitions depot explosion while dismantling former Hezbollah weapons
Blast occurred days after Lebanese Cabinet approved U.S.-backed plan to disarm Hezbollah
Hezbollah supporters launched protests against disarmament efforts, threatening civil unrest
Incident highlights deadly risks of cleaning up Iran-backed militia’s weapons cache in southern Lebanon

Deadly Explosion Claims Army Heroes

Six Lebanese army experts died in a devastating explosion at a former Hezbollah munitions depot near Zibqin in Tyre province on August 9, 2025. The blast wounded several other personnel as army engineers worked to dismantle the dangerous weapons cache left behind by the Iran-backed militia. The depot sat south of the Litani River, in territory recently vacated by Hezbollah under ceasefire terms negotiated after a 14-month conflict with Israel ended in November 2024.

President Joseph Aoun expressed condolences for the fallen soldiers, praising their sacrifice in service to Lebanese sovereignty. Army Commander Gen. Rodolph Haykal emphasized the military’s continued commitment to enforcing government authority despite the tragic losses. The incident occurred just two days after the Lebanese Cabinet voted to approve a U.S.-backed plan to disarm Hezbollah completely, marking a critical escalation in efforts to restore state control over weapons.

America’s Disarmament Push Faces Militia Resistance

The explosion occurred amid heightened tensions over Lebanon’s unprecedented effort to strip Hezbollah of its military capabilities. The U.S.-backed disarmament plan approved by the Lebanese Cabinet represents the most serious challenge to Hezbollah’s power since the group’s formation in the 1980s. This initiative aims to fulfill long-ignored UN Security Council Resolution 1701, which called for Hezbollah’s withdrawal from southern Lebanon and the restoration of Lebanese army control following the 2006 war.

Hezbollah has vehemently opposed the disarmament effort, demanding complete Israeli withdrawal from disputed border areas and cessation of airstrikes before surrendering any weapons. The militia’s supporters launched protests across Hezbollah strongholds, threatening to destabilize the country if the government proceeds with confiscating arms. Lebanese army officials issued stern warnings against civil unrest, underscoring the delicate balance between enforcing state authority and preventing internal conflict.

Iran’s Proxy Network Under Unprecedented Pressure

The tragic incident exposes the inherent dangers of dismantling Hezbollah’s extensive weapons infrastructure, built with Iranian support over four decades. Security analysts warn that rapid disarmament efforts in volatile regions carry significant risks, especially when dealing with sophisticated explosive devices and munitions designed for guerrilla warfare. The loss of six skilled army experts represents a serious blow to Lebanon’s limited technical capabilities for handling such dangerous materials.

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— The Washington Times (@WashTimes) August 10, 2025

Hezbollah’s resistance to disarmament reflects broader concerns about Iran’s diminishing influence in the region under Trump administration pressure. The militia has maintained significant military infrastructure throughout southern Lebanon, including weapons depots, tunnel networks, and rocket launch sites strategically positioned near civilian areas. Previous attempts to disarm Hezbollah have failed due to the group’s deep political roots and armed resistance, making this U.S.-backed effort a crucial test of Lebanese state authority.