Al-Qard al-Hasan Bank, Hezbollah’s financial arm, serves as a central litmus test for the organization’s civilian activity and functions as a strategic tool in maintaining its grip and influence over the Shiite base. With the ceasefire coming into effect (April 17), the bank prepared to resume its operations, despite Hezbollah’s economic difficulties and challenges. The bank plans to return to activity across Lebanon through temporary branches, as part of its adaptation to the post-conflict reality. The emphasis on restoring financial services reflects the organization’s understanding that control over credit mechanisms and economic assistance constitutes a key lever for preserving social influence, particularly in a period of uncertainty and economic strain. However, in parallel, due to these economic difficulties, there is a noticeable decline in Hezbollah’s ability to provide housing solutions for displaced families. The assistance previously provided to these families in the form of rent payments has been suspended, highlighting the gap between the organization’s ambition to maintain a civilian safety net and the resource constraints it faces. Nevertheless, for the time being, this gap does not appear to be translating into significant erosion in public perception.



