Lebanon’s government is grappling with the challenges of enforcing Hezbollah’s disarmament, as mandated by UN Security Council Resolution 1701, one year after a ceasefire with Israel. While the Lebanese Armed Forces, with UNIFIL support, have made significant strides in dismantling Hezbollah’s arsenal south of the Litani River, the group retains substantial capabilities in the Beqaa Valley and other areas. Hezbollah’s compliance is contingent upon Israel’s withdrawal from certain border posts, highlighting the complex interplay of regional security dynamics. This situation underscores the importance of state authority in fragile states and resonates with Indian strategic interests in countering proxy threats and promoting stability to mitigate risks to global security.