In direct response to the recent Syrian accusations, Hezbollah categorically denied what the Syrian Ministry of Interior announced about the dismantling of a cell affiliated with it inside Syrian territory, considering these allegations “false and baseless.”
Hezbollah’s media relations announced, in a statement, “categorically denying the accusations issued by the Syrian Ministry of Interior, which spoke of a cell affiliated with the party that was planning to carry out security operations inside Syria,” stressing that “Hezbollah does not exist inside Syrian territory, and does not have any activity there.”
The statement considered that “the repetition of these allegations raises major question marks,” noting that there are “parties seeking to ignite tension and strife between the Syrian and Lebanese peoples.”
The party stressed that it “wants security and stability for Syria and its people,” considering that “any threat to Syria’s security is a threat to Lebanon’s security,” stressing that it “has never been an entity working to destabilize any country.”
In this context, he reiterated that his role “is limited to a position of defense against Israel and its projects,” in reference to the ongoing conflict in the region.
The Syrian Ministry of Interior had previously announced the seizure of an integrated military arsenal, which included explosive devices, RPG launchers, and various weapons, which it said were in the possession of a cell linked to Hezbollah, as part of a simultaneous security operation in several regions.
This debate comes at a time when the region is witnessing increasing tensions, which is reflected in relations between a number of parties, amid fears of security and political repercussions that may extend beyond Syria’s borders.
This development also highlights the sensitivity of the stage, as security issues overlap with regional balances, in light of the escalation of mutual accusations between several parties, which opens the door to more complexity in the general scene.
