Joseph Aoun
Israel must take opportunity to open ties with Lebanon, Syria to confront Hezbollah - editorial
The two adversaries are signaling openness to a different relationship with Israel, and it is imperative that Jerusalem grasp the opportunity with both hands.
Aoun promises army control in south, but Lebanon still can’t disarm Hamas or Hezbollah - analysis
Lebanon's President Aoun says country ready for agreement to end Israeli strikes - AP
'Ready to negotiate with Israel': Lebanon seeks US help amid tensions - report
Lebanon's Aoun drags feet on disarming Hezbollah but speeds ahead on Israeli withdrawal - analysis
After a high-level visit by US officials, including senior director for counterterrorism Sebastian Gorka, this week, the Lebanese leadership continues to appear to be dragging its feet on disarmament.
Christian Lebanon MP expresses support for negotiations with Israel to avoid border conflict
Samy Gemayel said he would back negotiations even if they required the involvement of President Joseph Aoun, emphasizing that the priority must be to end the war and preserve Lebanon’s sovereignty.
As Hezbollah rearms and Lebanon's government stalls, Israel looks to its North
BEHIND THE LINES: Although the IDF has greatly weakened Hezbollah, the Iranian terror proxy is replenishing and recruiting to combat disarmament efforts.
Hezbollah says will support Lebanese army, has 'legitimate right to resist' Israel
"We affirm our legitimate right to resist occupation and aggression and to stand by our army and our people to protect the sovereignty of our country," Hezbollah said.
If Israel handles it right, rare Middle East diplomatic openings could reshape region - editorial
The stick has been wielded effectively. Now it’s time to see if the carrot can be just as powerful.
Lebanon, Hezbollah agree on civilian involvement in peace talks with Israel - report
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, Parliament speaker Nabih Berri, and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam have all reportedly approved the plan.
Lebanon, US envoy clash over Israeli strikes and Hezbollah's role
US envoy Morgan Ortagus meets Lebanon’s leaders to discuss Israeli strikes, Hezbollah disarmament, and efforts to stabilize the region.
Iran exploits strike on Hamas in Qatar to slam Israel - analysis
Iranian officials are seizing the opportunity created by global condemnation of Israel's strike on Hamas leaders to bolster regional alliances.
Lebanon cabinet grants license to Elon Musk's Starlink
Starlink, the satellite internet firm led by billionaire Elon Musk, will now be able to provide internet services nationwide, which ranks among the countries with the slowest internet speeds.
Lebanon's new leaders believe they can salvage the state from Hezbollah - analysis
There is a belief today that Hezbollah is weaker than it has been in decades and this gives an opportunity to those like Salam and Aoun to change Lebanon’s trajectory.
Lebanon to draft plan for Hezbollah disarmament on Sunday, US envoy says
Israel will give a counterproposal when it receives Lebanon's plan, Barrack said after meeting with the Lebanese president in Beirut.
