Saudi Arabia's King Salman on Wednesday said Hezbollah must be disarmed for Lebanon to achieve security, stability and prosperity.
The Beirut port blast occurred; as a result of Hezbollah's "hegemony" over the decision-making process in Lebanon by force of arms; he told world leaders at the 75th United Nations General Assembly session; whichtook place virtually for the first time.
King Salman also said Hezbollah; has disrupted the constitutional state of Lebanon and vowed that the Kingdom would stand with the Lebanese people, particularly after the explosion.
The leaders of Iraq and Lebanon; will speak on the second day of the annual gathering of world powers.
For the first time ever in its 75 year history; the event took place virtually due to the coronavirus pandemic.
