After Hezbollah lost its military power in the campaign with Israel yesterday, it was proven that it also lost its political capabilities. Hezbollah is angry and feels cheated, and is pointing an accusing finger at Saudi Arabia.
It turns out that Hezbollah received a promise on Thursday from the opposition factions, most of whom are loyal to Saudi Arabia, that Najib Mikati would be the next prime minister, after the Shiite organization supported the election of President Joseph Aoun (in the second round).
But Saudi Arabia prepared a surprise for Hezbollah and brought about the election of Prime Minister Nawaf Salam, who is hated by Hezbollah members.
Hezbollah today, after electing a president and prime minister, is on the boards in the Lebanese arena, but it is still too early to eulogize it. In the near future, it, together with its allies, are expected to try and act against all initiatives to put Lebanon on a path of reforms and reconstruction...