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The Lebanese government is seeking a diplomatic resolution to the conflict between Hezbollah and Israel, as Lebanese forces plant their flag in the south while Israeli troops commence withdrawal.
An opinion piece from the Tehran Times analyzes how the Lebanese government's policies and actions may inadvertently or directly serve Israel's interests.
The US military shot down two Iranian attack drones over the Strait of Hormuz, marking the 100th day of conflict between the two nations. Reports also indicate that the US is considering using frozen Iranian assets to compensate its Gulf allies for reconstruction efforts.
The United Nations is set to launch a fresh aid appeal with the Lebanese government, seeking $331.5 million to assist 1.4 million people as war drives a surge in humanitarian needs in Lebanon.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that Israel would intensify its attacks against Hezbollah in Lebanon. This declaration follows reports of Israeli strikes in Lebanese villages and Hezbollah's use of FPV drones against Israeli soldiers.
Hezbollah has urged the Lebanese government to declare the United States ambassador to Lebanon as 'persona non grata'.
Lebanese journalist Amal Khalil was killed by Israeli forces, prompting an uproar and strong condemnation from Lebanon. The Lebanese government denounced the incident as a deliberate targeting.
The Lebanese government is pursuing peace talks, but its influence over Hezbollah remains limited, posing a significant challenge to achieving a resolution in the region.
Libano ministrų kabinetas ketvirtadienį, kitą dieną po Izraelio smūgių visoje šalyje, įskaitant sostinės centrą, nurodė saugumo pajėgoms užtikrinti, kad ginklai Beirute būtų prieinami tik…
The Lebanese government is preparing for the potential long-term displacement of hundreds of thousands of people due to the ongoing conflict with Israel. The Minister of Social Affairs has warned of a significant shortage of funds for humanitarian aid.
The Lebanese government finds itself in a difficult position, caught between the ongoing conflict involving Israel and Hezbollah, a war it reportedly did not seek.
In recent years, the Lebanese government has had tensions with Gulf states, which have expressed concern about Hezbollah projecting influence outside of Lebanon. The post Hezbollah denies UAE…
Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar said on Sunday that the government was not planning to hold direct talks with Lebanon in the coming days and had not told the United States it was running low on missile interceptors. Israel’s Haaretz newspaper reported on Saturday that Israel and Lebanon were expected to hold direct talks in the coming […]
The Lebanese government has moved to de-escalate diplomatic tensions with Nicosia, issuing a “strong and unequivocal” condemnation of the drone attacks launched from its territory against Cyprus. The intervention follows an official announcement by Cypriot Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos, who confirmed that the explosive-laden drones that struck the island last Sunday originated from Lebanon. In […]
The Lebanese government has issued a ban on all activities by Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps within Lebanon, signaling a significant policy shift.
The Lebanese government has finalized its decision to ban Hezbollah's military activities, with President Joseph Aoun stating the decision is 'final' and irreversible, while a senior official from Hezbollah declared 'the era of patience is over'.
The militant group Hezbollah has expressed anger over the Lebanese government's decision to ban its military activities for the first time.
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Under a US-brokered plan, Israel is to hand over control of some areas it occupies in Lebanon to Lebanese government.
The United States is attempting to mediate issues, but Iran insists on maintaining Hezbollah's presence in Lebanon against Israeli wishes, while the Lebanese government seeks to reinforce its autonomy and sovereignty but demands the withdrawal of IDF forces.
An international relations expert, Nuno Gouveia, stated that the Lebanese government does not control Hezbollah and that a ceasefire is merely 'on paper,' suggesting Israel will continue to respond to threats.
Lebanese writer Rasha Al Amir describes the despair in her country, stating that the Lebanese government is powerless and Beirut has become a deserted city. She characterizes the situation as being "hostages of Iran under Israeli bombs."
Ongoing clashes between Israel and Hezbollah continue in South Lebanon, with the Israeli army conducting attacks and issuing evacuation orders for villages, while Hezbollah calls for the overthrow of the Lebanese government. Christians in the region remain caught in the conflict.
The Lebanese government is continuing trilateral consultations in Washington to achieve a comprehensive ceasefire agreement with Israel, as the current ceasefire has not been fully implemented or respected.
Hezbollah's Deputy Secretary-General Naim Qassem delivered a speech to the Lebanese people and Tel Aviv, detailing five conditions that, if met, would lead to cooperation with the Lebanese government.
The Lebanese government is pursuing peace talks, but faces the challenge of convincing Hezbollah, over whom it has limited influence, to participate or agree to terms.
The Lebanese government has announced a ban on non-state weapons within the capital city of Beirut, in a move aimed at enhancing security and control.
Cypriot Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos has signed a joint declaration with other European foreign ministers, expressing full support for the Lebanese government and its people as the Middle East conflict expands across Lebanon’s borders.
The Israeli Defence Forces are setting a military zone in south Lebanon of about 30 kilometres between the border and the Litani river.
For the first time in decades, the Lebanese government has proposed direct negotiations with Israel.
A rifle-wielding man, identified as a Lebanese immigrant who lost relatives in an Israeli strike in Lebanon, attacked a Detroit-area synagogue and was killed in a shootout. Police operations were underway following the gunfire exchange.
An article questions whether France is right to assist the Lebanese government in disarming Hezbollah, highlighting the complex geopolitical situation.
The Lebanese government has issued a ban on all activities by Iran's Revolutionary Guards within its territory.
• Bombings on Beirut suburbs, southern towns trigger mass exodus • Lebanese government outlaws Hezbollah military activities after attacks • Israel issues evacuation warnings BEIRUT: Hours after…
The Israeli military (IDF) announced on X that it killed Hussein Makled, Hezbollah's intelligence chief, during recent attacks in Beirut, Lebanon. The full extent of the damage is not yet known, and the killing occurs amidst ongoing tensions with the Lebanese government.
An analysis suggests that a recent deal between Israel and Lebanon may lead to a prolonged stalemate rather than ending the conflict. The core issue is Hezbollah's rejection of disarmament, which no Lebanese government has the power to enforce.
Researchers at Lebanon's National Council for Scientific Research are documenting Israeli attacks and resulting damage in the country to assess losses for potential legal action.
Hezbollah has refused a ceasefire, demonstrating that agreements bypassing it are irrelevant, and highlighting that the Iran-backed Shia organization is not under the control of the Lebanese government.
Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri has publicly rejected statements made by Hezbollah official Naim Qassem regarding the potential overthrow of the government.
Hezbollah Secretary-General Naim Qassem has urged the people of Lebanon to overthrow the current government.
A Hezbollah Member of Parliament has called on the Lebanese government to declare the US ambassador to Lebanon 'persona non grata'.
Hezbollah has labeled the Lebanese government's decision to hold talks with Israel as a 'national sin,' asserting that it would deepen divisions within Lebanon amidst the Iran-backed group's ongoing conflict with Israel.
Hezbollah has called on the Lebanese government to stop making what it describes as 'free concessions' to Israel, with a senior official vowing no return to the 'previous situation'.
The Israeli army announced that one of its soldiers was killed 'in battle' in southern Lebanon, an area where Israel and the pro-Iranian Shiite organization have been clashing for over a month.
The IDF has issued a stern warning to the Lebanese government, stating that if Hezbollah is not disarmed, the Israeli military will take action to prevent the group's rearmament and protect civilians on its northern border.
Ziad Majed, a professor of Middle East studies, stated that disarming Hezbollah has been "extremely difficult" for the Lebanese government since the 2024 ceasefire with Israel, despite ongoing Israeli strikes in Lebanon.
For the first time in decades, the Lebanese government has proposed direct negotiations with Israel.
Falk commented while discussing the war on Israel’s northern front, saying the Lebanese government should “take their country back” and disarm Hezbollah.
French sources indicate that President Macron has urged Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu to avoid a ground operation in Lebanon, warning it could undermine the Lebanese government and empower Hezbollah.
The Lebanese government has reported that more than 58,000 people have fled their homes since the latest war between Israel and Hezbollah broke out.
The intervention of the paramilitaries aggravates the crisis with the Lebanese Government, which declares its militiamen illegal and asks them to surrender their weapons.
The Lebanese government has for the first time taken measures to ban Hezbollah's military activities, an unprecedented move during the organization's conflict with Israel.