Lebanon’s army is preparing a detailed security plan expected to unfold over four or more stages. The plan will likely be presented at the next government session scheduled for Tuesday, September 2, unless an urgent issue requires it to be moved to Thursday, September 4.
The operation is expected to begin in the area around the Awali River and gradually extend according to geographical priorities. Timelines are part of the plan, but questions remain over whether these deadlines can match previous projections, particularly those outlined in the so-called “Barrack paper,” which proposed a four-month timeframe. Operations in South Litani, for example, have already taken about eight months.
Officials have reportedly decided to postpone addressing Palestinian weapons in the initial stage due to the complexity and sensitivity of the issue. Sources indicate that the current conditions do not allow for launching potentially contentious operations in refugee camps as a first step.
Observers note that the phased approach reflects the army’s cautious strategy, balancing operational feasibility with political and social sensitivities. Each stage will likely be tied to geographic progression rather than thematic priorities, ensuring that initial operations focus on areas where implementation is more straightforward.
The army’s plan signals a deliberate and measured approach to internal security, with the government expected to endorse it in the upcoming session. “The plan will include timelines, though whether they will match previous targets is uncertain,” sources said, highlighting both ambition and caution in the strategy.
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