# Lebanon
Latest news and articles about Lebanon
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Tactical Degradation: Israel’s 91st Division Deepens Operations Against Hezbollah’s Southern Strongholds
The IDF’s 91st Division has expanded its operations in Southern Lebanon, seizing advanced weaponry and destroying a Hezbollah command center in coordination with the Air Force. This campaign marks a strategic push to dismantle the militant group's tactical infrastructure to secure Israel's northern border.
Diplomatic Theater: Why the US-Brokered Israel-Lebanon Talks Face a Hezbollah Veto
Direct talks in Washington between Israel and the Lebanese government face steep hurdles as Hezbollah, the primary combatant, remains outside the process and vocally opposed to any settlement. While the U.S. seeks to decouple the Lebanon conflict from wider Iran negotiations, Israel is using the talks to diplomatically isolate Hezbollah while maintaining its military offensive.
Israel’s Diplomatic Gambit: Negotiations as a Prelude to Escalation in Lebanon
High-level trilateral talks between Israel, Lebanon, and the U.S. are being criticized as a stalling tactic by Prime Minister Netanyahu to facilitate military strikes against Hezbollah. While Washington seeks a comprehensive peace deal, Israel continues to maintain a hardline stance, excluding Lebanon from recent regional truces.
Global Coalition Issues Stern Rebuttal to Rising Violence Against UN Peacekeepers in Lebanon
Ten nations have issued a joint statement condemning the killing and endangerment of UN peacekeepers in Lebanon amid escalating regional conflict. The coalition calls for an immediate halt to hostilities and greater protection for humanitarian aid workers facing unprecedented risks.
Operation Silver Plow: Israel Signals a Permanent Buffer Zone Strategy in Southern Lebanon
Israel has launched 'Operation Silver Plow,' a military initiative focused on the systematic demolition of Lebanese border villages to create a permanent buffer zone. Defense Minister Katz stated that troops will not withdraw until Hezbollah is disarmed, effectively barring Lebanese civilians from returning to areas south of the Litani River.
The High Price of Leverage: Israel’s Internal Tensions Loom Over Washington Talks
Israel enters crucial negotiations with Lebanon in Washington amidst internal pressures and contradictory military signals. While seeking to convert tactical gains into a political settlement, Israel faces significant hurdles over sovereignty issues and a mounting economic war bill of $11.5 billion per month.
Israel’s Double-Front Offensive: The 'Spoiler' Threatening a US-Iran Truce
Israel is ramping up pressure on both Iran and Lebanon, potentially sabotaging a US-led effort to secure a temporary ceasefire with Tehran. This dual-front escalation underscores a growing strategic rift between Jerusalem's security imperatives and Washington's diplomatic goals.
Netanyahu’s Gambit: Pivoting from Bombardment to Diplomacy in Lebanon
Prime Minister Netanyahu has ordered direct peace talks with the Lebanese government, aiming to disarm Hezbollah and isolate Iranian influence. This diplomatic pivot follows intense military strikes and seeks to exploit internal Lebanese sovereignty issues while managing Israeli military exhaustion.
Netanyahu’s Perilous Gamble: Why Israel Refuses to Fold Despite US-Iran Negotiations
Despite significant pressure from the United States to secure a ceasefire with Iran, Israel continues to escalate military operations in Lebanon to dismantle the 'Axis of Resistance.' This defiance is fueled by Prime Minister Netanyahu's domestic political crises and a strategic belief that only total Iranian containment can ensure Israeli security.
The Islamabad Gambit: Pezeshkian Pressures Washington Through Paris
Iranian President Pezeshkian told French President Macron that the success of the Islamabad negotiations depends on the U.S., while Macron called for an immediate ceasefire in Lebanon. The call highlights Iran's strategy of using European diplomacy to pressure Washington amid ongoing regional instability.
Netanyahu’s Red Line: Why Israel’s Terms for Lebanese Peace Remain a Non-Starter
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has expressed a conditional openness to peace talks with Lebanon, citing multiple recent overtures from Beirut. However, his demand for the total disarmament of Hezbollah and his warnings regarding ongoing missions against Iran suggest that a diplomatic breakthrough remains unlikely in the near term.
Ball in Washington’s Court: Pezeshkian and Macron Signal Pivot Point in Nuclear Diplomacy
Iranian President Pezeshkian informed French President Macron that the future of international negotiations hinges on U.S. policy shifts, while Macron urged for a ceasefire in Lebanon. The call highlights France's ongoing role as a mediator and Tehran's strategy of placing the burden of diplomatic success on Washington.