Gulf countries led by Saudi Arabia are upping the ante against Lebanese Hezbollah as well as companies and individuals affiliated with it. Political and economic measures taken by Arab countries, which come in the backdrop of increased tensions with Lebanon, could further damage the country’s already fragile economy.
On March 9, the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) discussed measures aimed at “confronting Hezbollah,” according to Saudi Foreign Minister Adel al-Jubeir. Gulf ministers had also decided on March 8 to take legal measures against TV channels affiliated with Hezbollah or its leaders. Lebanese newswire Naharnet reported that legal measures were applied to production companies, producers and all that falls under the umbrella of the media.