Senators propose Lebanon bill with $200M annual aid
By The BriefBrief
Senators Jeanne Shaheen and James Lankford introduced a bill to provide Lebanon $200 million annually to help disarm Hezbollah.
WHO:Senators Jeanne Shaheen and James Lankford
WHAT:Introduced the Lebanon Sanctions, Stabilization and Support Act proposing $200 million annually in US security assistance for Lebanon to counter Hezbollah.
WHEN:Reported Aug 9, 2026 at 12:17 PM ET
WHERE:USA
WHY:The bill is intended to give Lebanon sustained American support to disarm Hezbollah and reduce Iran’s influence.
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