How to Wrest Lebanon From Iran's Grip

Despite efforts to extend the cease-fire in Lebanon and disarm Iranian proxy Hizballah, fighting continues between the militant group and Israeli forces. Hosts Alistair Taylor and Matthew Czekaj are joined by MEI Senior Fellow Fadi Nicholas Nassar to examine what the renewed fighting means for attempts to counter Iranian influence in Lebanon and what could lie ahead. They discuss the prospects for a lasting agreement, Iran's broader proxy strategy, and how Washington can help strengthen the sovereignty of the Lebanese state. To read Nassar's latest commentary piece in The National Interest , please click here . Recorded on May 5, 2026.

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How to Wrest Lebanon From Iran's Grip is an episode from Middle East Focus by Middle East Institute.

This episode is 41:08 long.

This episode was published on May 7, 2026.

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