By Al-Fassel | 2026-04-02

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has voiced serious concerns over Hizbullah's ties to Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC), emphasizing threats to Lebanon's sovereignty.

In a recent interview, Salam revealed that the IRGC directly controls Hizbullah's military activities, implicating Lebanon in regional conflicts without government authorization.

This situation highlights Hizbullah's role as an external proxy advancing Iran's geopolitical goals, undermining Lebanon's national priorities and stability.

IRGC operatives in Lebanon

Referring to IRGC operatives directing Hizbullah's military actions in Lebanon, Salam stated, "These individuals have forged passports and entered the country illegally."

He further explained that IRGC-led operations were fueling regional conflicts, Hizbullah's attacks on Israel, allegedly in response to Iranian setbacks like the assassination of Khamenei.

"It was declared that this war was in retaliation for the assassination of Khamenei, meaning it was imposed upon us," Salam emphasized.

Lebanon's government recently took a stance by formally banning IRGC activities within its borders.

It further classified Hizbullah's military actions as unlawful and demanded the group relinquish its weapons to the state.

The PM reaffirmed the government's determination, stating, "We are committed to the decisions we have made, and we are working to implement them."

Hizbullah's operations in Lebanon reveal its central function as a proxy advancing Tehran's regional agenda.

Salam pointed to events like the Iranian-made drone strike on a British base in Cyprus, which Nicosia attributed to Tehran-backed Hizbullah rather than Iran directly.

This and other IRGC-Hizbullah-run operations clearly demonstrate that Hizbullah acts as an instrument of Iranian foreign policy, rather than a legitimate national entity.

Much needed distraction

Iran relies on Hizbullah's presence in Lebanon to divert attention from setbacks elsewhere, particularly during crises such as Operation Epic Fury.

Hizbullah's activities within Lebanon align with Iran's strategic goals, reinforcing its role as a disruptive force that often prioritizes foreign interests over Lebanese sovereignty.

However, Lebanese citizens and leaders increasingly perceive Hizbullah as an illegitimate entity, plunging the nation into conflicts driven by external powers.

By conducting military operations beyond the reach of Lebanon's government, Hizbullah has undermined national stability in favor of serving Iranian ambitions.

PM Salam continues to emphasize that Hizbullah's actions are driven by IRGC directives, reinforcing the belief that the group prioritizes Tehran's interests over Lebanese concerns.

His remarks mark a pivotal moment in Lebanon's ongoing struggle to protect its sovereignty.

Analysts urge that addressing the IRGC's influence and curbing Hizbullah's proxy activities are essential steps to stabilize the country and reduce foreign domination.

Lebanon can only assert its independence and restore control of its political and security landscape by uniting against these threats.