The Lebanese army has advised displaced individuals returning to southern Lebanon to avoid towns and villages near the border, where Israeli forces are still stationed, until the troops have withdrawn. This precaution comes as a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah appears to be holding. In a statement, the army mentioned that it was taking necessary steps to complete its deployment …
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Israel Security Cabinet Begins Talks on Lebanon Truce
On Tuesday, Israel’s security cabinet began discussions about a proposed ceasefire deal concerning Lebanon. The meeting was held in Tel Aviv, according to an official from Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office. Israeli officials expressed cautious optimism about reaching an agreement. Mike Herzog, Israel’s ambassador to the U.S., mentioned that some details were still being worked out, but that Israel and …
Read More »Israel Claims Strike on Hezbollah Command Center in Basta
On Monday, the Israeli military confirmed that it had targeted a Hezbollah command center in the Basta district of downtown Beirut during a deadly airstrike over the weekend. According to the Israeli Defense Forces (IDF), the strike was aimed at a Hezbollah facility. The Lebanese health ministry reported that the attack, which occurred on Saturday, resulted in 29 fatalities and …
Read More »Ben-Gvir Warns Netanyahu Against Lebanon Deal
On Monday, Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel’s far-right National Security Minister, criticized the potential ceasefire agreement with Lebanon, calling it a “major mistake” and a lost opportunity to defeat Hezbollah. He urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to reconsider the agreement, warning that “it is not too late” to halt the deal. Ben-Gvir acknowledged the various pressures involved but emphasized that continuing …
Read More »Borrell Calls for ‘Immediate Ceasefire’ in Hezbollah-Israel Conflict
The EU’s foreign policy chief, Josep Borrell, has called for an “immediate ceasefire” in the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah during his visit to Beirut for discussions. Since September 23, Israel has significantly ramped up its airstrikes in Lebanon and deployed ground troops, following months of limited clashes initiated by Hezbollah, which was acting in support of Hamas after …
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