Jumblatt, like other members of the Lebanese opposition, is intent to distance himself from Resolution 1559 as it treats "the resistance"

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The simple reality is that there is not a clear consensus in Lebanon in favor of disarming Hizballah. The argument that Lebanon provides a degree of deterrence vis-a-vis Israel carries some weight, and it is certainly the case that many Lebanese would feel less secure absent Hizballah.