Iran's top diplomat stated a peace deal with the US requires Israel's withdrawal from Lebanon. Concerns grow that Israel may undermine diplomatic efforts, with Donald Trump criticizing Israeli actions in Beirut as "vicious" and "irresponsible." A Hezbollah official confirmed Iran's commitment to demanding Israeli troop withdrawal.
Iran stated that any peace deal with the US must include the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Lebanon. US Vice President JD Vance described the interim agreement as "very general," acknowledging it postpones difficult decisions on Iran's nuclear program. Talks are set to resume after the signing of a memorandum of understanding in Geneva.
A high-ranking US source stated that the US-Iranian memorandum of understanding does not include provisions for the withdrawal of Israeli forces from Southern Lebanon. The deal, expected to be signed June 19, involves a 60-day ceasefire and the end of US maritime blockade measures against Iran.
Lebanon's President Aoun met with a delegation and stressed the importance of state sovereignty and negotiations with Israel. Lebanon demands a full Israeli withdrawal, cessation of attacks, and return of displaced persons and prisoners as conditions for a lasting ceasefire.
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Hezbollah rejected a ceasefire agreement with Israel, demanding a full Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon. Fighting continues, impacting global oil markets and efforts to end the Iran war.
Hezbollah has rejected a US-brokered ceasefire agreement with Israel, demanding a complete withdrawal of Israeli forces. The group's deputy leader called the deal a 'surrender' and a 'roadmap to enslave' Lebanon, vowing to continue resistance as long as occupation persists.
The Lebanese army opened the road connecting Ibl al-Saqi and Dibbeen after Israeli forces withdrew. This follows a US-brokered ceasefire agreement requiring Hezbollah's withdrawal south of the Litani River and establishing Lebanese army-controlled "pilot zones."
The Lebanese army opened the road connecting Ibl al-Saqi and Dibbeen after Israeli forces withdrew. This follows a US-brokered ceasefire agreement requiring Hezbollah's withdrawal south of the Litani River and establishing Lebanese army-controlled "pilot zones."
Lebanon commemorates the 2000 Israeli withdrawal from South Lebanon, sparking debate on deterrence, Iranian influence, and Lebanon's decision-making power. The anniversary coincides with political controversy over a public holiday declared for martyrs' families, highlighting divisions over the role of Hezbollah's weapons and Iran's regional sway.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun reiterated that there will be no compromise on the demand for Israeli withdrawal, emphasizing negotiation as the state's chosen path. This comes amid Hezbollah's criticism of the Lebanese state's perceived 'inability' to enforce the ceasefire and its insistence on armed resistance.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun reiterated that Israel's withdrawal from southern Lebanon is a non-negotiable national demand, to be pursued through US-hosted negotiations. Hezbollah's secretary-general, Naim Qassem, criticized the government and the US, advocating for resistance.
Lebanese President Michel Aoun stated that Israel's withdrawal from southern Lebanon is a non-negotiable national demand, to be pursued through negotiations. This comes amid ongoing Israeli military operations and evacuations in southern Lebanon, and following criticism from Hezbollah's secretary-general.
President Aoun stated that Israeli aggressions continue, with southern villages suffering under renewed occupation in violation of international resolutions, particularly Resolution 1701. He affirmed Lebanon's commitment to negotiation for full Israeli withdrawal and emphasized the army's role in national security.
