Lebanon seeks temporary ceasefire to allow broader talks with Israel, official says - Reuters
Lebanon seeks temporary ceasefire to allow broader talks with Israel, official says Reuters
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"I authorized direct negotiations with Lebanon 'as soon as possible' aimed at disarming Iranian-backed Hezbollah militants."
— Benjamin Netanyahu , Politician
"We are continuing to strike Hezbollah with force, precision, and determination."
— Benjamin Netanyahu , Politician
"Lebanon and the entire Resistance Axis, as Iran’s allies, form an inseparable part of the ceasefire."
— Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf , Politician
Key People
Aoun is a prominent Lebanese politician and former president.
Benjamin Netanyahu is the prime minister of Israel.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf is the Speaker of the Iranian Parliament.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has instructed his Cabinet to begin direct negotiations with Lebanon, following pressure from the United States to ease military actions and pursue diplomatic talks.
Israel has dismissed international demands to expand the fragile truce between the United States and Iran to include Lebanon, vowing more strikes against Hezbollah despite mounting calls for a broader ceasefire.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun is holding contacts to ensure Lebanon is included in the two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, as uncertainty remains over Lebanon's participation in the temporary arrangement that also involves Israel.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has authorized direct negotiations with Lebanon aimed at disarming Hezbollah and establishing peaceful relations, as a tentative ceasefire in the Iran war faces challenges due to Israel's bombardment of Beirut.
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