Israel and lebanon
Maps of Syria, meeting Trump and Vance: What really happened behind Washington’s doors - analysis
The most important takeaway from Netanyahu’s Washington trip may not have been any single statement or announcement, but that Israel still needs to persuade the US of its position.
IDF redeployment hinges on Hezbollah disarmament, US officials say ahead of Netanyahu-Trump summit
Next round of Israel-Lebanon talks to take place early August in Rome, US official says
Israel, Lebanon delegations to meet in Rome on August 4 for new negotiations round, official says
Third round of Israel-Lebanon talks to take place in US next week - report
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam assured reporters on Wednesday that Lebanon was not heading towards normalization but towards peace with Israel.
Hezbollah chief rejects direct talks with Israel, says move would 'serve Netanyahu and Trump'
In a lengthy statement, Qassem accused Israel of systematically violating the ceasefire, claiming it had breached the agreement “more than ten thousand times.”
Netanyahu urges Trump to cap Lebanon talks at two-three weeks amid IDF restraint - report
Israeli officials have argued that continued Hezbollah attacks against IDF troops and northern communities are eroding the chances of reaching an agreement and undermining Israel’s deterrence.
Likud minister contradicts Netanyahu, says US limiting Israel's actions in Lebanon
Dichter, a member of the security cabinet, offered a rare glimpse on Wednesday into the decision-making constraints shaping Israel’s conduct on the northern front.
Rubio on White House shooting: 'A lot of leadership' and warns Iran 'seeks to dominate the region'
Rubio called the shooting an “unfortunate situation” that an individual could disrupt the important event, and said, "That’s kind of the world we live in right now.”
US hosts talks as Lebanon seeks ceasefire extension with Israel
The US-mediated ceasefire, which is set to expire on Sunday, has yielded a significant reduction in violence, but attacks have continued in southern Lebanon.
Israel’s Lebanon move raises doubts over gas, Hezbollah and the 2022 maritime deal - analysis
The new buffer zone reflects Israel’s long-term security strategy, with gas concerns secondary to countering Hezbollah.
US releases details of Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, Israel preserves right to self-defense
Both countries also recognize that Hezbollah’s activity “must be curtailed,” as Lebanon’s security forces are the only ones authorized to bear arms.
Lebanon's Aoun refused direct talks with Netanyahu before Trump announced truce
"It seems a ceasefire in Lebanon is getting closer," the source told The Jerusalem Post, adding that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump talked on Thursday.
No peace, no normalization: What Lebanon really wants - analysis
The key question is why Lebanon, which until recently boycotted Israel, labeled it an enemy and avoided any form of public engagement, is now actively seeking direct talks.
