جورج عقيص يكشف المستور: الفيدرالية، سلاح حزب الله، المفاوضات مع إسرائيل ومستقبل لبنان

In a new episode of "Between the Lines," journalist Chantal Khalil hosts MP George Akeiss for a frank political discussion covering the most prominent Lebanese and regional issues. Akeiss discusses Dr. Samir Geagea's visit to Baabda Palace, the Lebanese Forces' support for the President of the Republic, the Lebanese-Israeli negotiations, the framework agreement, the future of Hezbollah's weapons, and the Lebanese Army's role in extending state authority. He also clarifies his position on federalism after the controversy it sparked, explaining the difference between it and decentralization, and revealing whether the proposal for federalism represents the official position of the Lebanese Forces or is merely an idea open for discussion. The episode also touches on the Lebanese President's upcoming visit to Washington, the American role in Lebanon, the possibility of peace with Israel, his vision for the future of the Lebanese state, and his final announcement regarding not running in the upcoming parliamentary elections. The episode's topics include: The Lebanese Forces' support for the current administration and the President of the Republic. The Lebanese-Israeli negotiations and the framework agreement. The future of Hezbollah's weapons and the role of the Lebanese Army. Federalism: The reality of the proposal and the controversy. The President's visit to Washington and the American role. Does George Akeiss support peace with Israel? Why did he decide not to run again for parliamentary elections? 📌 Share your opinions in the comments, and don't forget to like the video, subscribe to the channel, and activate the bell icon to receive all the latest updates. ::: 00:00 Introduction and welcome to MP George Akeiss 01:05 Samir Geagea's message from Baabda and support for the current administration 04:55 The framework agreement and Hezbollah's weapons 07:25 Berri and Jumblatt's stance on the negotiations 08:40 Geagea's message to the Shiite community 10:30 Federalism... Why did George Akeiss propose it? 15:10 Will discussions on federalism begin after the weapons are surrendered? 16:35 The future of Hezbollah's weapons and the role of the state 21:20 The president's visit to Washington and American support 24:20 Will Hezbollah receive something in return for surrendering its weapons? 26:00 Washington's statement: Is Hezbollah Lebanon's problem? 27:25 Does George Akeiss support peace with Israel? 28:45 The framework agreement... Does it contain humiliating clauses? 32:00 Who bears the responsibility for compensating Lebanon? 33:15 Why does Israel continue to violate the ceasefire? 37:20 Is Chapter VII of the UN Charter on the table in Lebanon? 40:55 Does the Lebanese army need military support? 42:55 Why did George Akeiss decide not to run for election? 45:50 Will Samir Geagea visit Damascus? 46:30 Episode conclusion