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KEY ACTORS
Hezbollah—Lebanese Shia political party and militant organization backed by Iran
Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF)—National military of Lebanon
UNIFIL—United Nations Interim Force in Lebanon — monitoring the Blue Line border area
Israel Defense Forces (IDF)—Conducting cross-border operations and airstrikes in southern Lebanon
ACTIVE FRONTS & FLASHPOINTS
South Lebanon border zoneNabatiehBaalbek–HermelDahieh (southern Beirut)Litani River area
KEY STATISTICS
DISPLACEDOver 1 million displaced during the 2024 Israeli operations (Lebanese government estimates)
ESCALATIONOctober 2023 — Cross-border exchanges escalate following the Gaza conflict
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Visiting British minister calls for ceasefire in Lebanon
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center173d ago

Visiting British minister calls for ceasefire in Lebanon

British Middle East Minister Hamish Falconer called for a ceasefire in Lebanon on Thursday, stating the conflict is not of Lebanon's making and welcoming direct talks between Israel and Lebanon. Falconer also urged Hezbollah to cease firing and be disarmed, emphasizing the Lebanese government's monopoly on force.

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US official says Trump welcomes end to Lebanon war but has not asked for it
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center173d ago

US official says Trump welcomes end to Lebanon war but has not asked for it

A U.S. official stated President Trump welcomes an end to the Israel-Hezbollah conflict as part of a broader peace agreement, though he has not requested it. This position was conveyed during closed-door talks between Israel and Lebanon, which are separate from U.S. negotiations with Iran.

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Why do Lebanese leaders keep courting Israel?
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Middle East Eye
center173d ago

Why do Lebanese leaders keep courting Israel?

Submitted by Joseph Massad on Wed, 04/15/2026 - 13:46 Direct talks in Washington for the first time in 30 years continue a long history of overtures that predate resistance and persist despite repeated Israeli attacks on civilians Lebanese protesters gather in Martyrs' Square in Beirut to reject direct negotiations with Israel, expressing opposition to normalisation and diplomatic engagement, on 13 April 2026 (Abdul Kader Al Bay/ZUMA Press Wire) On Since Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Prime

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Ceasefire is a 'natural entry point' for direct Israel-Lebanon talks, says president
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Middle East Eye
center173d ago

Ceasefire is a 'natural entry point' for direct Israel-Lebanon talks, says president

A ceasefire with Israel will be a “natural entry point for direct negotiations" with Lebanon, according to President Joseph Aoun. In a statement shared on social media, Aoun said that Lebanon was "keen to halt the escalation in the south and in all Lebanese regions so that the targeting of the innocent and the secure – women, men, and children – ceases, and the destruction of homes in Lebanese villages and towns stops.

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US official says Trump welcomes end to Lebanon war but has not asked for it
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naharnet.com
center173d ago

US official says Trump welcomes end to Lebanon war but has not asked for it

US official says Trump welcomes end to Lebanon war but has not asked for it

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Netanyahu says dismantling Hezbollah first goal of Lebanon talks
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naharnet.com
center174d ago

Netanyahu says dismantling Hezbollah first goal of Lebanon talks

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that dismantling Hezbollah is Israel's primary objective in its first direct talks with Lebanon in decades. He also affirmed alignment with the U.S. on containing Iran, seeking enriched material removal and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

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Mixed feelings in Lebanon over talks with Israel
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naharnet.com
center174d ago

Mixed feelings in Lebanon over talks with Israel

Lebanese citizens expressed divided opinions on Wednesday regarding their government's decision to engage in direct negotiations with Israel to end the conflict with Hezbollah. Some displaced individuals believe military action is the only solution, while others support diplomacy to alleviate the destruction and suffering in Lebanon.

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Lebanon complains to UN over Israel Black Wednesday attacks
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naharnet.com
center174d ago

Lebanon complains to UN over Israel Black Wednesday attacks

Lebanon's Foreign Ministry has formally complained to the UN Security Council about Israel's "Black Wednesday" attacks, which it claims killed over 300 civilians and wounded 1,150 others across multiple regions last week. Israel states it targeted Hezbollah militants and infrastructure, while Lebanon condemns the strikes on medical facilities as violations of international law.

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3 paramedics killed in south Lebanon , Israel says 200 Hezbollah targets hit
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naharnet.com
center174d ago

3 paramedics killed in south Lebanon , Israel says 200 Hezbollah targets hit

Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon on Wednesday killed at least three paramedics, according to Lebanese authorities, while the Israeli army reported striking 200 Hezbollah targets. Hezbollah claimed attacks on northern Israel and Israeli troops, amidst ongoing Israeli ground operations and Lebanese calls for a UN complaint.

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DW News
center174d ago

What's behind Israeli attacks along Lebanon's Litani River?

Israel is pushing forward with plans to remove Lebanese homes and residents from between the Litani River and its own border, creating a buffer zone. Why is the area strategically important in the Middle East conflict?.

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DW News
center174d ago

What's behind Israel's attacks along Lebanon's Litani River?

Israel is pushing forward with plans to remove Lebanese homes and residents from between the Litani River and its own border, creating a buffer zone. Why is the area strategically important in the Middle East conflict?.

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UNHCR chief calls for urgent support to Lebanon during war
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naharnet.com
center174d ago

UNHCR chief calls for urgent support to Lebanon during war

UN High Commissioner for Refugees Filippo Grandi urged the international community on Wednesday to provide urgent aid to Lebanon, where over a fifth of the population is displaced due to the ongoing Israel-Hezbollah war. This appeal comes amidst Lebanon's severe financial crisis and the devastating humanitarian consequences of the conflict, with UNHCR seeking $61 million for relief efforts.

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Children killed in Lebanon as Israel strikes homes far from front lines of war
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naharnet.com
center174d ago

Children killed in Lebanon as Israel strikes homes far from front lines of war

On March 27, Israeli strikes in Saksakieh, Lebanon, killed 11-year-old Jawad Younes and his cousin, along with other children and civilians, in what the Israeli military stated were strikes against Hezbollah facilities and militants. Similar strikes in Aramoun and the Bekaa Valley have also resulted in civilian casualties, including children, with the Israeli military asserting it targets Hezbollah while regretting any harm to civilians.

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Israel strikes south Lebanon , Saadiyat , and Jiyeh despite Washington talks
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naharnet.com
center174d ago

Israel strikes south Lebanon , Saadiyat , and Jiyeh despite Washington talks

On Wednesday, Israel conducted strikes on vehicles in Saadiyat and Jiyeh, south of Beirut, while Hezbollah launched rockets into Israel. These actions occurred hours after Lebanon and Israel agreed to direct negotiations, a development Hezbollah rejected.

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Anger in Lebanon as Israel launches deadly strikes despite diplomatic drive
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Al Jazeera
center174d ago

Anger in Lebanon as Israel launches deadly strikes despite diplomatic drive

Israel conducted deadly strikes across southern Lebanon, killing at least 13 people, despite recent diplomatic talks in Washington. Hezbollah lawmakers criticized the Lebanese government's engagement with Israel, advocating for a comprehensive ceasefire rather than continued conflict.

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‘Food is unifying’: How Lebanon’s migrants are feeding the war-displaced
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Al Jazeera
center174d ago

‘Food is unifying’: How Lebanon’s migrants are feeding the war-displaced

In Lebanon, migrant workers are organizing food kitchens to support displaced individuals, including their own communities, amidst ongoing conflict and displacement. These initiatives aim to provide essential sustenance and solidarity to those affected by war and facing discrimination.

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naharnet.com
center174d ago

Israel strikes south Lebanon , Saadiyat , and Jiyeh despite Washington talks

Israel conducted strikes on vehicles in Saadiyat and Jiyeh, south of Beirut, and across southern Lebanon on Wednesday. Simultaneously, Hezbollah launched rockets towards northern Israel, following an agreement between Lebanon and Israel to hold direct negotiations.

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Ceasefire not included: Lebanon begins historic 'exploratory' talks with Israel
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Middle East Eye
center175d ago

Ceasefire not included: Lebanon begins historic 'exploratory' talks with Israel

Lebanon and Israel held historic exploratory talks in Washington hosted by the US, aiming to establish a framework for future agreements. The discussions focused on reducing Hezbollah's influence and did not include a ceasefire, with both sides agreeing to launch direct negotiations at a later time.

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17 nations urge Israel , Lebanon to seize talks opportunity
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naharnet.com
center175d ago

17 nations urge Israel , Lebanon to seize talks opportunity

Seventeen nations, including the UK, urged Israel and Lebanon on Tuesday to utilize U.S.-mediated talks in Washington to achieve lasting regional security. The joint statement condemned recent Hezbollah attacks and Israeli strikes, calling for de-escalation and support for the direct negotiations.

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Rubio says direct Israel - Lebanon talks a historic opportunity
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naharnet.com
center175d ago

Rubio says direct Israel - Lebanon talks a historic opportunity

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio described direct talks between Israel and Lebanon, which began in Washington on Tuesday, as a historic opportunity for peace. The negotiations aim to establish a framework for a lasting peace, despite opposition from Hezbollah and low expectations from some officials.

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