In a recent development, German President Frank-Walter Steinmeier emphasized the importance of continuing the disarmament of Hezbollah during his visit to Beirut, stating that this process is crucial for ensuring the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Lebanese territory. Steinmeier remarked, "Both sides are obliged to fulfill the ceasefire agreement — I say this in Israel as well as in Lebanon," highlighting the shared responsibility in maintaining peace. He noted that Lebanon's army had completed the first phase of disarmament, which covered the area between the Litani River and the Israeli border, and urged for ongoing efforts to disarm Hezbollah to facilitate the Israeli withdrawal. The UN peacekeeping mission in the region, known as UNIFIL, is set to conclude at the end of 2026, after nearly five decades of operation, and currently includes about 7,500 peacekeepers, with 179 from Germany.