Blinken says Lebanon ceasefire talks 'in final stages'
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Blinken says Lebanon ceasefire talks 'in final stages'

Raw Story  

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Tuesday said that efforts to secure a ceasefire in Lebanon were "in the final stages", and that a deal could help end the Gaza conflict. "We're not there yet, but I believe we are in the final stages," Blinken told reporters after a meeting near Rome with G7 counterparts, adding that "by de-escalating tensions in the region, it can also help us to end the conflict in Gaza". Blinken said that after months of "intensive diplomatic effort" with partners including France, working with Lebanon and Israel, he hoped to reach a conclusion "very soon". "And I also believe that by de-escalating tensions in the region, it can also help us to end the conflict in Gaza in particular."

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Blinken, regional top diplomats meet in Jordan to discuss Syria’s post-Assad transition
1 week, 2 days ago

Blinken, regional top diplomats meet in Jordan to discuss Syria’s post-Assad transition

Firstpost  

The end of the Assad family’s half-century rule has raised fears of further instability in the Middle East, a region already grappling with the ongoing Israel-Hamas war in Gaza and hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon Top diplomats from the United States, the Arab League, and Turkey met in the Jordanian port city of Aqaba on Saturday to discuss …

Middle East latest: Top diplomats from US, Arab League and Turkey discuss Syria's transition
1 week, 2 days ago

Middle East latest: Top diplomats from US, Arab League and Turkey discuss Syria's transition

The Independent  

Sign up for the View from Westminster email for expert analysis straight to your inbox Get our free View from Westminster email Get our free View from Westminster email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Top diplomats from the United States, the Arab League and Turkey …

Blinken makes unannounced stop in Iraq amid push to stabilise post-Assad Syria
1 week, 3 days ago

Blinken makes unannounced stop in Iraq amid push to stabilise post-Assad Syria

Hindustan Times  

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken made an unannounced stop in Iraq on Friday on his latest visit to the Middle East aimed at stabilising the situation in Syria to prevent further regional turmoil. Blinken has already been to Jordan and Turkiye on his current tour and will return to Jordan for urgent meetings on Saturday with Arab foreign ministers …

Middle East latest: Blinken urges Mideast nations to support a peaceful Syrian political transition
1 week, 3 days ago

Middle East latest: Blinken urges Mideast nations to support a peaceful Syrian political transition

Hindustan Times  

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is pressing ahead with efforts to unify Middle East nations in support of a peaceful political transition in Syria. Middle East latest: Blinken urges Mideast nations to support a peaceful Syrian political transition He is meeting on Friday with Turkey's foreign minister after talks with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to try to bring Turkey …

Middle East latest: Blinken urges Mideast nations to support a peaceful Syrian political transition
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1 week, 3 days ago

Middle East latest: Blinken urges Mideast nations to support a peaceful Syrian political transition

Associated Press  

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is pressing ahead with efforts to unify Middle East nations in support of a peaceful political transition in Syria. ___ Here’s the latest: Blinken seeks to unify Middle East nations in support of a peaceful political transition in Syria ANKARA — U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is wrapping up a visit to Turkey …

Antony Blinken heads to Middle East as US seeks role in Syria’s future
1 week, 5 days ago

Antony Blinken heads to Middle East as US seeks role in Syria’s future

Hindustan Times  

Secretary of State Antony Blinken is heading back to the Middle East as the Biden administration tries to shape the unfolding chaos in Syria before Donald Trump returns to the White House. “The Secretary will reiterate the United States’ support for an inclusive, Syrian-led transition to an accountable and representative government,” State Department spokesman Matthew Miller said in a statement …

Hamas official says Gaza ceasefire talks have resumed after weekslong hiatus
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2 weeks, 3 days ago

Hamas official says Gaza ceasefire talks have resumed after weekslong hiatus

Associated Press  

ISTANBUL — A Hamas official said Thursday that international mediators have resumed negotiating with the militant group and Israel over a ceasefire in Gaza, and that he was hopeful a deal to end the 14-month war was within reach. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print During that time, Israel would pull back some …

Blinken says Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire is 'holding' in Lebanon despite attacks
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Blinken says Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire is 'holding' in Lebanon despite attacks

Firstpost  

Both Israel and Hezbollah have been accusing each other of breaching the US-brokered ceasefire that came into effect last week Smoke rises over southern Lebanon, as seen from a farm in Metula, Israel, December 1, 2024. File Image/Reuters US State Secretary Antony Blinken on Wednesday said that the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire is “holding” despite attacks from both warring sides. “The ceasefire …

Israel threatens to escalate attacks if truce with Hezbollah collapses
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Israel threatens to escalate attacks if truce with Hezbollah collapses

China Daily  

Xinhua | Updated: 2024-12-04 09:52 Men stand on a balcony at a damaged site, after a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah took effect, in Tyre, southern Lebanon Dec 3, 2024. The warning followed Hezbollah's launch of two mortars at a disputed area along the Lebanese, Syrian, and Israeli border on Monday, accusing Israel of repeated ceasefire violations. Speaking to military …

Israel threatens to escalate attacks if truce with Hezbollah collapses
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Israel threatens to escalate attacks if truce with Hezbollah collapses

China Daily  

Xinhua | Updated: 2024-12-04 09:52 Men stand on a balcony at a damaged site, after a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah took effect, in Tyre, southern Lebanon Dec 3, 2024. The warning followed Hezbollah's launch of two mortars at a disputed area along the Lebanese, Syrian, and Israeli border on Monday, accusing Israel of repeated ceasefire violations. Speaking to military …

‘Won’t differentiate Lebanon from Hezbollah if truce fails,’ says Israel as Beirut turns to US, France
2 weeks, 6 days ago

‘Won’t differentiate Lebanon from Hezbollah if truce fails,’ says Israel as Beirut turns to US, France

Firstpost  

“If the ceasefire collapses, there will be no more exemption for the state of Lebanon. If until now we have differentiated between Lebanon and Hezbollah, that will no longer be the case,” said Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz Israel on Tuesday threatened that if the ceasefire in Lebanon collapses, Israel’s forces “will no longer” differentiate “between Lebanon and Hezbollah” even …

Will the US-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah hold?
2 weeks, 6 days ago

Will the US-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah hold?

Firstpost  

The ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah is under severe strain, with escalating violence threatening to unravel the US-brokered agreement less than a week after its inception. Israeli airstrikes have killed at least 11 people in Lebanon, while Hezbollah retaliated with missile fire, accusing the Jewish nation of violating the truce 54 times Smoke rises over southern Lebanon, as seen from …

Amid ceasefire, Israel launches airstrikes in Lebanon killing 11 after Hezbollah attack
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2 weeks, 6 days ago

Amid ceasefire, Israel launches airstrikes in Lebanon killing 11 after Hezbollah attack

Hindustan Times  

Israel unleashed its largest wave of airstrikes across Lebanon since agreeing to a ceasefire with Hezbollah last week, killing at least 11 people on Monday after the Lebanese militant group fired a volley of projectiles as a warning over what it said were Israeli truce violations. In the United States, President-elect Donald Trump demanded the immediate release of Israeli hostages …

​First step: The Hindu Editorial on the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

​First step: The Hindu Editorial on the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire

The Hindu  

When Hezbollah decided to start firing rockets into Israel in October 2023 after the Israel-Hamas war broke out, “in solidarity with the Palestinians”, the then chief of the Shia militant group, Hassan Nasrallah, said he would cease fire only if Israel ceased fire in Gaza. When Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu decided to send ground troops into Lebanon on October …

Israel-Lebanon ceasefire explained: What is deal struck between Hezbollah and Israel – and will it hold?
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Israel-Lebanon ceasefire explained: What is deal struck between Hezbollah and Israel – and will it hold?

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The Lebanese health ministry says nearly 3,800 people have …

After Hezbollah, will Israel agree to a ceasefire with Hamas in Gaza?
3 weeks, 4 days ago

After Hezbollah, will Israel agree to a ceasefire with Hamas in Gaza?

Firstpost  

The ceasefire in Lebanon with Hezbollah has given momentum to an Israel-Hamas truce in Gaza. “We have informed mediators in Egypt, Qatar and Turkey that Hamas is ready for a ceasefire agreement and a serious deal to exchange prisoners,” a senior Hamas official told the AFP news agency, at the same time accusing Israel of obstructing an agreement. — President …

Israel-Lebanon ceasefire: Hezbollah claims victory, vows to keep fighting in 1st statement after deal
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Israel-Lebanon ceasefire: Hezbollah claims victory, vows to keep fighting in 1st statement after deal

Firstpost  

In the first statment after the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire deal was put into effect, Hezbollah claimed victory over Tel Aviv and vowed to keep on fighting any form of aggression from the Jewish nation In its first statement after the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire came into effect, Hezbollah vowed to continue resistance, claiming victory over Israel. “Our forces will remain fully ready to …

World must help Israel and Palestine resolve issues for lasting peace
3 weeks, 4 days ago

World must help Israel and Palestine resolve issues for lasting peace

New Indian Express  

The ceasefire deal brokered by the US and France between Israel and Hezbollah is a welcome step toward de-escalation in West Asia. As per the 13-point agreement between the governments of Israel and Lebanon, Israel will not carry out any offensive military operations against Lebanese targets, including civilian, military, or other state targets. Lebanon is expected to ensure the end …

Lebanese see hope and beauty ahead in fragile ceasefire
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Lebanese see hope and beauty ahead in fragile ceasefire

Al Jazeera  

Beirut, Lebanon – For the past two months, St Francis Church in Hamra has taken in displaced families from southern Lebanon and Dahiyeh, a constellation of Beirut suburbs. “It’s a victory for all of Lebanon, not just a single sect.” Hussein Ismail, 38, was standing nearby, watching his young son bounce a football in his hands. “I don’t know if …

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire quiets northern front — but not Gaza
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire quiets northern front — but not Gaza

Politico  

“We feel this is a missed opportunity to tie in the hostages in this agreement that was signed today,” said Ruby Chen, whose son, Itay Chen, was taken hostage from an Israeli military base and has been declared dead. “Now it is winter, and all the people are drowning.” Palestinians feel resigned to continued war: The war between Israel and …

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire: Here's why this deal has made a Gaza truce all the more unlikely
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire: Here's why this deal has made a Gaza truce all the more unlikely

Firstpost  

Netanyahu, who is wanted by the International Criminal Court for potential war crimes, said that the ceasefire on the northern front would allow Israel’s military to regroup and focus on Hamas and Iran Due to Israel's ceasefire deal with Hezbollah, a truce in Gaza appears to be all the more unlikely. She is hopeful that after the ceasefire between Israel …

What the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah could mean for the war in Gaza.
54 years, 11 months ago

What the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah could mean for the war in Gaza.

Slate  

In what might be his final achievement as president, Joe Biden, his diplomats, and their French counterparts have brokered a ceasefire in the increasingly brutal yearlong war between Israel and Hezbollah’s Islamist militia in Lebanon. Until this week, Hezbollah’s leaders had said they would keep firing rockets into Israel until there was a ceasefire in Gaza. Compounding Hamas’ weakness, President-elect …

Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Quiets One Front, But Gaza Sees No End To Misery
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Quiets One Front, But Gaza Sees No End To Misery

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING JERUSALEM — For many across the Middle East, the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire came as a relief: the first major sign of progress in the region since war began more than a year ago. Ashraf Amra/Anadolu via Getty Images The war between Israel and Hamas began on Oct. 7, 2023, when militants attacked Israel from Gaza, killing around 1,200 …

The ceasefire in Lebanon shows diplomacy can work – but hopes for Gaza are premature
3 weeks, 5 days ago

The ceasefire in Lebanon shows diplomacy can work – but hopes for Gaza are premature

The Independent  

It is hard to be optimistic about the situation in the Middle East. As one American headline put it, “Biden tries to go out with a Middle East miracle.” Unusually, there is a synergy between the incentives operating on him and on his successor; in that Donald Trump is, as the world knows, very much against the US financing foreign …

Despite Biden's push, ceasefire deal in Gaza unlikely due to Israel's ambitions
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Despite Biden's push, ceasefire deal in Gaza unlikely due to Israel's ambitions

Firstpost  

Netanyahu may have little political incentive to end the war, as doing so could destabilise his coalition, which includes ministers opposed to a truce with Hamas. Hamas, for its part, expressed hope that the Hezbollah ceasefire could lead to progress in Gaza A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah took effect early Wednesday, halting more than a year of hostilities between …

The Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire quiets one front but Gaza sees no end to war
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

The Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire quiets one front but Gaza sees no end to war

Associated Press  

JERUSALEM — For many across the Middle East, the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire came as a relief: the first major sign of progress in the region since war began more than a year ago. “Now it is winter, and all the people are drowning.” Palestinians feel resigned to continued war The war between Israel and Hamas began on Oct. 7, 2023, when …

Israel and Hezbollah agree US-brokered ceasefire deal in major breakthrough for region
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Israel and Hezbollah agree US-brokered ceasefire deal in major breakthrough for region

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. open image in gallery Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s …

Israel, Hezbollah Truce Deal Comes Into Effect From Today. Netanyahu Gives This Warning
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Israel, Hezbollah Truce Deal Comes Into Effect From Today. Netanyahu Gives This Warning

ABP News  

Israel and Lebanese militant group Hezbollah reached a truce deal, which will take effect on Wednesday, brokered by the US and France, said US President Joe Biden on Tuesday. The fighting ended at 4 am local time, Biden said, adding he talked to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanon's caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati, reported Reuters. "What is left …

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire deal begins: What happens next?
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire deal begins: What happens next?

Hindustan Times  

Israel and Iran-backed terror group Hezbollah agreed to a ceasefire after two months of all-out war that sent tensions soaring across the Middle East. "If Hezbollah or anyone else breaks the deal and poses a direct threat to Israel, then Israel retains the right to self-defense consistent with international law," Biden said. Given that "Hezbollah is extremely weak at this …

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire: UK, Germany, other global leaders hail truce in Lebanon war; seek ‘lasting calm’
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire: UK, Germany, other global leaders hail truce in Lebanon war; seek ‘lasting calm’

Live Mint  

Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire deal: World leaders have expressed strong support for the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah, which took effect early Wednesday. United States and France The ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon will protect Israel from the threat of Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah and create the conditions for a "lasting calm", US President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron …

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire takes effect; strikes in Lebanon shortly before truce
Top News
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire takes effect; strikes in Lebanon shortly before truce

Hindustan Times  

Israel's security cabinet has approved a US-France-brokered ceasefire agreement, presented by Prime Minister Netanyahu, according to his office. US President Joe Biden called the development “good news” and announced efforts to push for a ceasefire in Gaza. • In a joint statement, US President Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron announced the ceasefire after weeks of “tireless diplomacy.” They stressed …

Israel and Lebanon agree to 60-day ceasefire: IDF to begin phased withdrawal under US-France oversight – How it works
Trending News
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Israel and Lebanon agree to 60-day ceasefire: IDF to begin phased withdrawal under US-France oversight – How it works

Live Mint  

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire: In a significant development for the Middle East, a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah will take effect on Wednesday at 4 a.m. local time, halting a year-long conflict that has recently intensified in southern Lebanon and northern Israel. The hours leading up to the ceasefire saw an escalation in Israeli airstrikes across Lebanon, drawing sharp criticism from …

G7 ministers throw support behind Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire but make no mention of ICC warrant
3 weeks, 5 days ago

G7 ministers throw support behind Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire but make no mention of ICC warrant

New Indian Express  

“You have to be very pragmatic because when something in theory isn’t applicable, it runs the risk of being just a political message.” The G7 meeting of foreign ministers, the last of the Biden administration, was dominated by the wars in Gaza and Lebanon. The EU’s top diplomat, Josep Borrell, said Tuesday there were “no excuses” for Israel to refuse …

Israel, Hezbollah agree on ceasefire: Biden calls it 'good news', Netanyahu warns against any violation
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Israel, Hezbollah agree on ceasefire: Biden calls it 'good news', Netanyahu warns against any violation

India TV News  

After several months of skirmishes and thousands of casualties, Israel and Hezbollah finally agreed to the ceasefire deal on Tuesday. In the meantime, US President Joe Biden announced that Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah have accepted a US-brokered peace deal that is designed to be a "permanent cessation" of hostilities between the two sides. As part of the ceasefire, Israel will …

A ‘new page’: World reacts to Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire
3 weeks, 5 days ago

A ‘new page’: World reacts to Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire

Al Jazeera  

Agreement greeted with relief in Lebanon and beyond, with some pushing for ‘urgent steps’ to end Israel’s war in Gaza. Hamas official Sami Abu Zuhri said the group “appreciates” Hezbollah’s right to strike a deal protecting its people, adding that it is ready to reach a ceasefire with Israel to stop the fighting in Gaza. “We call on the international …

The ceasefire in Lebanon will not last long
Top News
3 weeks, 5 days ago

The ceasefire in Lebanon will not last long

Al Jazeera  

And so it has come to pass. Now, almost two decades later, the game is hardly over – as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu all but confirmed on Tuesday with his pledge to “strike decisively” in the event that Hezbollah violates the ceasefire: “In full coordination with the United States, we retain complete military freedom of action.” Given Israel’s track …

Lebanon cease-fire within reach: Official
3 weeks, 5 days ago

Lebanon cease-fire within reach: Official

China Daily  

A fireball erupts at the site of an Israeli airstrike that targeted the area of Tayouneh in Beirut's southern suburbs in Lebanon on Monday amid the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. The appeals came on Monday during a briefing to the 15-member Security Council on the situation in the Middle East, just days after the International Criminal Court issued …

What to know about the ceasefire deal between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah
3 weeks, 5 days ago

What to know about the ceasefire deal between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah

New Indian Express  

BEIRUT: A ceasefire deal that went into effect on Wednesday could end more than a year of cross-border fighting between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah militant group, raising hopes and renewing difficult questions in a region gripped by conflict. The U.S.- and France-brokered deal, approved by Israel late Tuesday, calls for an initial two-month halt to fighting and requires Hezbollah to …

'Israel, Hezbollah accept ceasefire proposed by US, France': Joe Biden
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

'Israel, Hezbollah accept ceasefire proposed by US, France': Joe Biden

Hindustan Times  

A ceasefire between Israel and Iran-backed group Hezbollah will take effect on Wednesday after both sides accepted an agreement brokered by the United States and France, U.S. President Joe Biden said on Tuesday. "What is left of Hezbollah and other terrorist organizations will not be allowed to threaten the security of Israel again.” Israel will gradually withdraw its forces over …

‘Overdue’ Lebanon ceasefire must bring lasting solution to crisis, says PM
3 weeks, 5 days ago

‘Overdue’ Lebanon ceasefire must bring lasting solution to crisis, says PM

The Independent  

Get the free Morning Headlines email for news from our reporters across the world Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email Sign up to our free Morning Headlines email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The Prime Minister has welcomed the announcement of a ceasefire …

What to know about the ceasefire deal between Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah
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3 weeks, 5 days ago

What to know about the ceasefire deal between Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah

Associated Press  

A ceasefire deal that went into effect on Wednesday could end more than a year of cross-border fighting between Israel and Lebanon’s Hezbollah militant group, raising hopes and renewing difficult questions in a region gripped by conflict. Here’s what to know about the tentative ceasefire agreement and its potential implications: The terms of the deal The agreement reportedly calls for …

What to know about ceasefire deal between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah
3 weeks, 5 days ago

What to know about ceasefire deal between Israel and Lebanon's Hezbollah

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A ceasefire deal that could …

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire deal agreed by both sides, says U.S. President Biden
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire deal agreed by both sides, says U.S. President Biden

The Hindu  

A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah took effect at 2.00 a.m. on Wednesday after U.S. President Joe Biden said both sides accepted an agreement brokered by the United States and France. He said he had spoken to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanon’s caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati, and that fighting would end at 4 a.m. local time. “What …

Israel launches large-scale airstrikes on Beirut as security cabinet mulls ceasefire plan
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Israel launches large-scale airstrikes on Beirut as security cabinet mulls ceasefire plan

Firstpost  

The United States, European Union, United Nations and G7, among others, have pushed for a halt to the long-running hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah, which escalated into full-scale war in late September. Israeli airstrikes targeted Hezbollah strongholds in southern Beirut on Tuesday including Burj al-Barajneh, Haret Hreik and Hadath, creating what Lebanon’s state-run National News Agency described as a “belt …

Israel bombards Beirut suburbs as its leadership prepares to vote on ceasefire with Hezbollah
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Israel bombards Beirut suburbs as its leadership prepares to vote on ceasefire with Hezbollah

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Israeli warplanes struck buildings in …

What is in the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah? Will it bring peace to Lebanon?
3 weeks, 6 days ago

What is in the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hezbollah? Will it bring peace to Lebanon?

Firstpost  

Israel’s war Cabinet will vote today on a ceasefire deal with Lebanon after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu agreed to it in ‘principle’. Earlier on Monday, reports emerged that Israel Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu had indicated that he was open to a ceasefire deal with Lebanon, and by extension with Hezbollah. “It could be a month, it could be a year.” …

Israel and Hezbollah edge closer to ceasefire deal in Lebanon
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Israel and Hezbollah edge closer to ceasefire deal in Lebanon

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The Shia militia and Israel have exchanged near-daily rocket …

Biden announces Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire agreement
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Biden announces Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire agreement

Al Jazeera  

US President Joe Biden says the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire agreement is ‘designed to be a permanent cessation of hostilities’. United States President Joe Biden says Israel and Lebanon have accepted a US proposal to end the “devastating” Israel-Hezbollah conflict, setting the stage for a halt to nearly 14 months of cross-border fighting that has killed thousands of people. In a call …

Israel and Lebanon agree to cease-fire
3 weeks, 6 days ago

Israel and Lebanon agree to cease-fire

LA Times  

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said earlier Tuesday he had recommended that this government approve the agreement. I applaud the courageous decision made by the leaders of Lebanon and Israel to end the violence.” Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said earlier Tuesday that his security Cabinet voted to approve the agreement, despite fierce opposition from some of the more radical …

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