Lebanon Rejects Any Hezbollah Involvement in Syria

The Lebanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Expatriates issued a forceful statement on Monday condemning what it described as “attempts aimed at destabilizing Syria and undermining public order.” The declaration came one day after the Syrian Interior Ministry announced that it had dismantled a sabotage cell allegedly linked to Hezbollah in Quneitra province.

Lebanon affirmed its “full solidarity” with Syria and rejected any suggestion that Lebanese citizens might be involved in activities threatening Syria’s security or territorial integrity.

Damascus Announces Foiling of Alleged Hezbollah-Linked Plot

On April 19, the Syrian Interior Ministry reported that security forces had uncovered a cell preparing a rocket attack in Quneitra. According to the Internal Security Command, the operation was conducted in coordination with the General Intelligence Directorate.

Authorities said they seized a civilian vehicle modified to conceal rocket launchers and missiles. The equipment was described as expertly hidden and ready for immediate use. Two suspects were arrested, while a third remains at large. Investigations are ongoing.

Hezbollah Issues Strong Denial

Hezbollah swiftly rejected the accusations, calling them “false and fabricated claims.” In its statement, the group reiterated that it maintains no military or security presence inside Syria and is not engaged in any activities on Syrian soil.

The group expressed surprise at what it described as repeated attempts to implicate it in Syrian security incidents, arguing that such allegations are part of a broader campaign to tarnish the image of the “resistance” and distract from its role in confronting Israel.

A Pattern of Accusations

The Quneitra incident is the latest in a series of accusations leveled by Syrian authorities since the fall of the Assad regime. On April 11, 2026, authorities said they had foiled a bombing plot in Damascus targeting a religious figure near the Church of the Virgin Mary in Bab Touma. Five suspects were arrested, and the cell was described as having received training abroad. Earlier incidents in the Mazzeh district of Damascus, dating to late 2025 and early 2026, involved rockets, launchers, and drones, which Syrian authorities also attributed to Hezbollah-linked networks.

Hezbollah has denied all such claims, insisting that it supports Syria’s unity and stability.

Broader Context

The renewed accusations come as Syria’s new authorities work to consolidate control and dismantle networks tied to former regime allies. Hezbollah, which played a major military role in Syria during the civil war, now faces growing pressure as Damascus seeks to distance itself from Iranian-backed groups.

Lebanon’s rapid diplomatic response reflects its desire to separate the Lebanese state from any alleged Hezbollah activity inside Syria while avoiding escalation at a sensitive moment for both countries.

 

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