The fragile truce between Israel and Lebanon is facing renewed pressure as Israeli strikes intensify across southern Lebanon. The latest escalation has raised fresh concerns about the durability of the ceasefire and the possibility of further clashes in the region.

The developments come amid continued tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, with diplomatic efforts facing major challenges. Watch this report for the latest updates, ground developments and what the renewed strikes could mean for the fragile truce in southern Lebanon.

Truce Fails as Israeli Strikes Intensify Across Southern Lebanon

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Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem, on Saturday (Apr 18), said that the ongoing 10-day truce with Israel cannot be one-sided, vowing that his fighters would respond to Israeli attacks on Lebanon. In his first reaction after the ceasefire announced by the US, Qassem said that it is “an insult to our country and our homeland, Lebanon, that America dictates its text and speaks on behalf of the Lebanese government.” The truce came days after Lebanon and Israel's ambassadors to the US met in Washington ahead of planned direct negotiations between the two countries, the first in decades.&nbsp;"A ceasefire means a complete cessation of all hostilities. Because we do not trust this enemy, the resistance fighters will remain in the field with their hands on the trigger, and they will respond to violations accordingly. There is no ceasefire from the side of the resistance only, it must be from both sides," Qassem said in a statement read out on TV. "Enough of subjecting Lebanon to these humiliations by negotiating directly with the Israeli enemy and listening to its dictates, and by the shameful spectacle in Washington," Qassem added.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-finger-on-the-trigger-in-case-israel-violates-ceasefire-says-hezbollah-1776425297394">'Finger on the trigger' in case Israel violates ceasefire, says Hezbollah</a><h2>Israel-Lebanon ceasefire</h2>Israel and Lebanon held rare direct talks in Washington earlier this week and soon after US President Donald Trump announced that the leaders of Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire. Under the ceasefire terms agreed by both sides, Israel retains its “right to take all necessary measures in self-defence, at any time, against planned, imminent, or ongoing attacks.” Lebanon must take "meaningful steps" to prevent Hezbollah and all other "rogue non-state armed groups" from carrying out attacks against Israeli targets. While Trump has warned Hezbollah to “act nicely” during the ceasefire, Hezbollah has warned Israel saying their fighters have kept “hands on trigger.”&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/military-operation-against-hezbollah-still-not-complete-here-s-what-israeli-defence-minister-said-amid-ceasefire-1776428180642">Military operation against Hezbollah still not complete? Here's what Israeli Defence minister said amid ceasefire</a><h2>Lebanon issue in Iran-US ceasefire</h2>Iran, while announcing the ceasefire on Apr 7, said that the POTUS has accepted the general framework of Iran's 10-point proposal. The 10 point proposal by Iran clearly included end of hostilities on Hezbollah in Lebanon. Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also said that both sides have agreed to a ceasefire "everywhere", including Lebanon. However, there was no mention of Lebanon in the statement by the US. This came into limelight when Israeli PM Netanyahu stated that the ceasefire "did not cover Lebanon." Soon, US followed Israeli narrative with US President Trump warning Iran to honour the “real agreement"&nbsp;&nbsp;Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations, and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos.

Naim Qassem said the 10-day ceasefire with Israel cannot be one-sided, warning Hezbollah will respond to violations. He stressed resistance fighters remain ready, rejected US influence on Lebanon, and called for mutual adherence to the truce amid rising regional tensions.

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem, on Saturday (Apr 18), said that the ongoing 10-day truce with Israel cannot be one-sided, vowing that his fighters would respond to Israeli attacks on Lebanon. In his first reaction after the ceasefire announced by the US, Qassem said that it is “an insult to our country and our homeland, Lebanon, that America dictates its text and speaks on behalf of the Lebanese government.” The truce came days after Lebanon and Israel's ambassadors to the US met in Washington ahead of planned direct negotiations between the two countries, the first in decades. "A ceasefire means a complete cessation of all hostilities. Because we do not trust this enemy, the resistance fighters will remain in the field with their hands on the trigger, and they will respond to violations accordingly. There is no ceasefire from the side of the resistance only, it must be from both sides," Qassem said in a statement read out on TV. "Enough of subjecting Lebanon to these humiliations by negotiating directly with the Israeli enemy and listening to its dictates, and by the shameful spectacle in Washington," Qassem added. Also Read: 'Finger on the trigger' in case Israel violates ceasefire, says Hezbollah Israel-Lebanon ceasefire Israel and Lebanon held rare direct talks in Washington earlier this week and soon after US President Donald Trump announced that the leaders of Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire. Under the ceasefire terms agreed by both sides, Israel retains its “right to take all necessary measures in self-defence, at any time, against planned, imminent, or ongoing attacks.” Lebanon must take "meaningful steps" to prevent Hezbollah and all other "rogue non-state armed groups" from carrying out attacks against Israeli targets. While Trump has warned Hezbollah to “act nicely” during the ceasefire, Hezbollah has warned Israel saying their fighters have kept “hands on trigger.” Also Read: Military operation against Hezbollah still not complete? Here's what Israeli Defence minister said amid ceasefire Lebanon issue in Iran-US ceasefire Iran, while announcing the ceasefire on Apr 7, said that the POTUS has accepted the general framework of Iran's 10-point proposal. The 10 point proposal by Iran clearly included end of hostilities on Hezbollah in Lebanon. Pakistan's Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif also said that both sides have agreed to a ceasefire "everywhere", including Lebanon. However, there was no mention of Lebanon in the statement by the US. This came into limelight when Israeli PM Netanyahu stated that the ceasefire "did not cover Lebanon." Soon, US followed Israeli narrative with US President Trump warning Iran to honour the “real agreement" Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, the US, Gulf nations, and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos.

Naim Qassem said the 10-day ceasefire with Israel cannot be one-sided, warning Hezbollah will respond to violations. He stressed resistance fighters remain ready, rejected US influence on Lebanon, and called for mutual adherence to the truce amid rising regional tensions.

'Insult to our country...': Hezbollah chief issues first response to Israel-Lebanon ceasefire after Trump's 'act nicely' warning

Unites States President Donald Trump on Friday (April 17) slammed his predecessor "sleepy" Joe Biden for making America a "laughing stock" for the decisions he took during his tenure as the president. He then went on to call US the “HOTTEST” Country in the World and patted his back for all the work he has done so far.&nbsp;"The U.S.A. is the “HOTTEST” Country in the World right now. Just a short time ago, under Sleepy Joe Biden, IT WAS DEAD, LAUGHED AT ALL OVER THE WORLD!!! But not anymore - Nobody’s laughing!!! President DJT," wrote Trump on Truth Social.&nbsp;The statement by Trump came after a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon officially took effect at 5:00 PM EST on Thursday (Apr 16). The announcement of ceasefire was made by the United States President Donald Trump. He also confirmed that Iran-backed Hezbollah were also included in the cessation of hostilities.&nbsp;ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/military-operation-against-hezbollah-still-not-complete-here-s-what-israeli-defence-minister-said-amid-ceasefire-1776428180642">Military operation against Hezbollah still not complete? Here's what Israeli Defence minister said amid ceasefire</a>&nbsp;Also, Trump took to Truth Social on Friday to announce that the Strait of Hormuz is open for all commercial ships for the remaining period of the ceasefire but the naval blockade would continue in full force and effect until the deal with Iran is 100% complete.&nbsp;“The Strait of Hormuz is completely open and ready for business and full passage, but the naval blockade will remain in full force and effect as it pertains to Iran, only, until such time as our transaction with Iran is 100% complete. This process should go very quickly in that most of the points are already negotiated. Thank you for your attention to this matter!,” Trump wrote.&nbsp;The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints, carrying a significant share of global oil and gas shipments.&nbsp;The opening is likely to provide relief to the global economy that has been hit hard ever since the war between Iran and US began in late February.&nbsp;

Also, Trump took to Truth Social on Friday to announce that the Strait of Hormuz is open for all commercial ships for the remaining period of the ceasefire.

Unites States President Donald Trump on Friday (April 17) slammed his predecessor "sleepy" Joe Biden for making America a "laughing stock" for the decisions he took during his tenure as the president. He then went on to call US the “HOTTEST” Country in the World and patted his back for all the work he has done so far. "The U.S.A. is the “HOTTEST” Country in the World right now. Just a short time ago, under Sleepy Joe Biden, IT WAS DEAD, LAUGHED AT ALL OVER THE WORLD!!! But not anymore - Nobody’s laughing!!! President DJT," wrote Trump on Truth Social. The statement by Trump came after a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon officially took effect at 5:00 PM EST on Thursday (Apr 16). The announcement of ceasefire was made by the United States President Donald Trump. He also confirmed that Iran-backed Hezbollah were also included in the cessation of hostilities. ALSO READ: Military operation against Hezbollah still not complete? Here's what Israeli Defence minister said amid ceasefire Also, Trump took to Truth Social on Friday to announce that the Strait of Hormuz is open for all commercial ships for the remaining period of the ceasefire but the naval blockade would continue in full force and effect until the deal with Iran is 100% complete. “The Strait of Hormuz is completely open and ready for business and full passage, but the naval blockade will remain in full force and effect as it pertains to Iran, only, until such time as our transaction with Iran is 100% complete. This process should go very quickly in that most of the points are already negotiated. Thank you for your attention to this matter!,” Trump wrote. The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints, carrying a significant share of global oil and gas shipments. The opening is likely to provide relief to the global economy that has been hit hard ever since the war between Iran and US began in late February.

Also, Trump took to Truth Social on Friday to announce that the Strait of Hormuz is open for all commercial ships for the remaining period of the ceasefire.

'US was dead, a laughing stock under Biden. It is hottest country now': Trump

A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon officially took effect at 5:00 PM EST on Thursday (Apr 16) leading to rejoicement in Beirut. Celebratory gunfire was heard in the Lebanese capital after the announcement was made, reported some media houses. The announcement of ceasefire was made by the United States President Donald Trump. He also confirmed that Iran-backed Hezbollah were also included in the cessation of hostilities.<h2>What Katz said about ceasefire</h2>&nbsp;Meanwhile Israeli defence minister on Friday said that the campaign against the militant group Hezbollah was not yet complete.&nbsp;"The ground manoeuver into Lebanon and the strikes on Hezbollah have achieved many gains, but they are still not complete," Defence Minister Israel Katz in a statement.&nbsp;ALSO READ: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/epstein-peter-mandelson-and-botched-security-clearance-uk-pm-starmer-sacks-top-foreign-office-official-amid-calls-to-resign-1776424131994">Epstein, Peter Mandelson and botched security clearance: UK PM Starmer sacks top Foreign Office official amid calls to resign</a>&nbsp;"If the fighting resumes, those residents who return to the security zone will have to be evacuated to allow completion of the mission," Katz further warned.&nbsp;Though Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) have halted offensive strikes, they remain stationed in a strategic "security buffer" in southern Lebanon. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu signalled that while Israel is prepared for a diplomatic breakthrough, the military remains at peak readiness.<h2>"Finger on the trigger"</h2>&nbsp;While Hezbollah said Friday that it was keeping its "finger on the trigger" in case of any Israeli violations of a ceasefire that went into effect overnight.&nbsp;In a statement, the group said it had carried out "2,184 military operations" against Israel and its troops inside Lebanon and warned Israel &nbsp;"The fighters will keep their finger on the trigger because they are wary of the enemy's treachery."

Though Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) have halted offensive strikes against Lebanon, they remain stationed in a strategic security buffer in southern Lebanon.

A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon officially took effect at 5:00 PM EST on Thursday (Apr 16) leading to rejoicement in Beirut. Celebratory gunfire was heard in the Lebanese capital after the announcement was made, reported some media houses. The announcement of ceasefire was made by the United States President Donald Trump. He also confirmed that Iran-backed Hezbollah were also included in the cessation of hostilities. What Katz said about ceasefire Meanwhile Israeli defence minister on Friday said that the campaign against the militant group Hezbollah was not yet complete. "The ground manoeuver into Lebanon and the strikes on Hezbollah have achieved many gains, but they are still not complete," Defence Minister Israel Katz in a statement. ALSO READ: Epstein, Peter Mandelson and botched security clearance: UK PM Starmer sacks top Foreign Office official amid calls to resign "If the fighting resumes, those residents who return to the security zone will have to be evacuated to allow completion of the mission," Katz further warned. Though Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) have halted offensive strikes, they remain stationed in a strategic "security buffer" in southern Lebanon. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu signalled that while Israel is prepared for a diplomatic breakthrough, the military remains at peak readiness. "Finger on the trigger" While Hezbollah said Friday that it was keeping its "finger on the trigger" in case of any Israeli violations of a ceasefire that went into effect overnight. In a statement, the group said it had carried out "2,184 military operations" against Israel and its troops inside Lebanon and warned Israel "The fighters will keep their finger on the trigger because they are wary of the enemy's treachery."

Though Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) have halted offensive strikes against Lebanon, they remain stationed in a strategic "security buffer" in southern Lebanon.

Military operation against Hezbollah still not complete? Here's what Israeli Defence minister said amid ceasefire

After US President Donald Trump announced a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the Israeli military will not withdraw from its positions in southern Lebanon during the ceasefire.“We will remain in a 10 kilometre security zone, which will allow us to prevent infiltration into communities and anti-tank missile fire,” Netanyahu said in a video statement soon after Trump announced the ceasefire.&nbsp;“We are remaining in Lebanon in an expanded security zone,” Netanyahu said, noting that it is a much greater area than Israel held following the November 2024 ceasefire with Lebanon. He described it as a security zone that is “much stronger, much more powerful, far more continuous, and far more solid than what we had before.”“That is where we will remain. We are not leaving,” he said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/lebanon-s-president-declined-to-speak-with-netanyahu-insisted-ceasefire-precede-negotiations-1776359928103">Lebanon’s president declined to speak with Netanyahu, insisted ceasefire precede negotiations</a><h2>‘We have the opportunity to make a historic deal with Lebanon’</h2>&nbsp;“We have the opportunity to make a historic deal with Lebanon,” Netanyahu said.&nbsp;Netanyahu said the ceasefire was to allow for the continuation of talks with Lebanon. Netanyahu said Trump invited him and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to meet in Washington, DC.&nbsp;Earlier on Thursday, Aoun had declined to take part in a phone call with Netanyahu because of ongoing Israeli attacks on Lebanon.&nbsp;“In the talks, we have two demands: the disarmament of Hezbollah (and) a sustainable peace agreement, from a position of strength,” Netanyahu said.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-this-will-be-my-10th-trump-announces-10-day-ceasefire-between-israel-and-lebanon-1776354944757">‘This will be my 10th’: Trump announces 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon</a><h2>‘Hezbollah disarmament is one of the fundamental demands’</h2>&nbsp;Netanyahu said a ceasefire with Lebanon is an “opportunity to make a historic peace agreement”.He added that the disarmament of Hezbollah is one of the fundamental demands Israel will have in further talks with the Lebanese government.This will allow Israeli forces to “block the danger of invasion” and prevent fire into Israeli communities across the border.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistan-s-punjab-assembly-adopts-resolution-recommending-nobel-peace-prize-for-shehbaz-sharif-asim-munir-1776346754580">Pakistan’s Punjab Assembly adopts resolution recommending Nobel Peace Prize for Shehbaz Sharif, Asim Munir</a>&nbsp;However, he says “there are still problems”, such as the missiles Hezbollah still possesses, which he says “will have to be dealt with” as part of the agreement.Netanyahu added that Trump has told him that he is determined to dismantle “whatever is left” of Iran’s nuclear capability.&nbsp;

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said a ceasefire with Lebanon is an opportunity to make a historic peace agreement and added that the disarmament of Hezbollah is one of the fundamental demands Israel will have in further talks with the Lebanese government.

After US President Donald Trump announced a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the Israeli military will not withdraw from its positions in southern Lebanon during the ceasefire. “We will remain in a 10 kilometre security zone, which will allow us to prevent infiltration into communities and anti-tank missile fire,” Netanyahu said in a video statement soon after Trump announced the ceasefire. “We are remaining in Lebanon in an expanded security zone,” Netanyahu said, noting that it is a much greater area than Israel held following the November 2024 ceasefire with Lebanon. He described it as a security zone that is “much stronger, much more powerful, far more continuous, and far more solid than what we had before.” “That is where we will remain. We are not leaving,” he said. Also Read: Lebanon’s president declined to speak with Netanyahu, insisted ceasefire precede negotiations ‘We have the opportunity to make a historic deal with Lebanon’ “We have the opportunity to make a historic deal with Lebanon,” Netanyahu said. Netanyahu said the ceasefire was to allow for the continuation of talks with Lebanon. Netanyahu said Trump invited him and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun to meet in Washington, DC. Earlier on Thursday, Aoun had declined to take part in a phone call with Netanyahu because of ongoing Israeli attacks on Lebanon. “In the talks, we have two demands: the disarmament of Hezbollah (and) a sustainable peace agreement, from a position of strength,” Netanyahu said. Also Read: ‘This will be my 10th’: Trump announces 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon ‘Hezbollah disarmament is one of the fundamental demands’ Netanyahu said a ceasefire with Lebanon is an “opportunity to make a historic peace agreement”. He added that the disarmament of Hezbollah is one of the fundamental demands Israel will have in further talks with the Lebanese government. This will allow Israeli forces to “block the danger of invasion” and prevent fire into Israeli communities across the border. Also Read: Pakistan’s Punjab Assembly adopts resolution recommending Nobel Peace Prize for Shehbaz Sharif, Asim Munir However, he says “there are still problems”, such as the missiles Hezbollah still possesses, which he says “will have to be dealt with” as part of the agreement. Netanyahu added that Trump has told him that he is determined to dismantle “whatever is left” of Iran’s nuclear capability.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said a ceasefire with Lebanon is an opportunity to make a historic peace agreement and added that the disarmament of Hezbollah is one of the fundamental demands Israel will have in further talks with the Lebanese government.

Netanyahu says Israel won’t retreat from positions in Lebanon during 10-day ceasefire

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun refused to speak to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after US President Donald Trump said the two leaders were set to hold historic talks. The Lebanese President spoke on the phone with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday and informed him of his decision of not speaking with Netanyahu.&nbsp;In his phone call with Rubio, Aoun expressed his appreciation for Washington’s efforts for a ceasefire in his country.Later, US President Donald Trump held separate calls with Aoun and Netanyahu, after which he announced the 10-day ceasefire.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-this-will-be-my-10th-trump-announces-10-day-ceasefire-between-israel-and-lebanon-1776354944757">‘This will be my 10th’: Trump announces 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon</a>&nbsp;With the Israeli military continuing its campaign in Lebanon against Hezbollah, Aoun had insisted that a ceasefire precede any negotiations with Israel.&nbsp;“The ceasefire requested by Lebanon with Israel is the natural starting point for direct negotiations between the two countries,” Aoun said in a statement released Thursday.&nbsp;&nbsp;Officials in Lebanon also told Israel and the US that they would not seek further negotiations until a ceasefire is reached between Israel and Hezbollah.&nbsp;Israeli officials said earlier on Thursday that Netanyahu and Aoun were scheduled to talk after Israel and Lebanon held their first direct discussions in more than four decades in Washington, DC.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/pakistan-s-punjab-assembly-adopts-resolution-recommending-nobel-peace-prize-for-shehbaz-sharif-asim-munir-1776346754580">Pakistan’s Punjab Assembly adopts resolution recommending Nobel Peace Prize for Shehbaz Sharif, Asim Munir</a>&nbsp;Israel said it was not yet seeking to end its war with the Iran-backed group.&nbsp;Trump earlier wrote on Truth Social that the leaders of Israel and Lebanon were planning to speak later in the day.“Trying to get a little breathing room between Israel and Lebanon. It has been a long time since the two leaders have spoken, like 34 years. It will happen tomorrow. Nice! President DJT.”&nbsp;&nbsp;Israel, facing ongoing Hezbollah attacks, said it will continue fighting the Iran-backed group until it is defanged and residents of northern Israel can live in peace.&nbsp;Also Read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/spicejet-plane-collides-with-akasa-aircraft-at-delhi-airport-both-damaged-1776341761171">SpiceJet plane collides with Akasa aircraft at Delhi airport, both damaged</a>&nbsp;“We are conducting negotiations with Lebanon,” Netanyahu said in a statement earlier on Thursday. “In the negotiations with Lebanon, there are two central goals: first, the disarming of Hezbollah, and second, a sustainable peace. Peace through strength.”&nbsp;The calls between Rubio and Aoun, and Trump and Aoun took place two days after a meeting took place between Israeli Ambassador to the US, Yechiel Leiter, and his Lebanese counterpart, Nada Hamadeh, at the State Department in Washington for laying the groundwork for direct negotiations, the first direct talks between the two sides in decades.

Officials in Lebanon told Israel and the US that they would not seek further negotiations until a ceasefire is reached between Israel and Hezbollah. Israel and Lebanon held their first direct discussions in more than four decades in Washington, DC.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun refused to speak to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu after US President Donald Trump said the two leaders were set to hold historic talks. The Lebanese President spoke on the phone with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Thursday and informed him of his decision of not speaking with Netanyahu. In his phone call with Rubio, Aoun expressed his appreciation for Washington’s efforts for a ceasefire in his country. Later, US President Donald Trump held separate calls with Aoun and Netanyahu, after which he announced the 10-day ceasefire. Also Read: ‘This will be my 10th’: Trump announces 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon With the Israeli military continuing its campaign in Lebanon against Hezbollah, Aoun had insisted that a ceasefire precede any negotiations with Israel. “The ceasefire requested by Lebanon with Israel is the natural starting point for direct negotiations between the two countries,” Aoun said in a statement released Thursday. Officials in Lebanon also told Israel and the US that they would not seek further negotiations until a ceasefire is reached between Israel and Hezbollah. Israeli officials said earlier on Thursday that Netanyahu and Aoun were scheduled to talk after Israel and Lebanon held their first direct discussions in more than four decades in Washington, DC. Also Read: Pakistan’s Punjab Assembly adopts resolution recommending Nobel Peace Prize for Shehbaz Sharif, Asim Munir Israel said it was not yet seeking to end its war with the Iran-backed group. Trump earlier wrote on Truth Social that the leaders of Israel and Lebanon were planning to speak later in the day. “Trying to get a little breathing room between Israel and Lebanon. It has been a long time since the two leaders have spoken, like 34 years. It will happen tomorrow. Nice! President DJT.” Israel, facing ongoing Hezbollah attacks, said it will continue fighting the Iran-backed group until it is defanged and residents of northern Israel can live in peace. Also Read: SpiceJet plane collides with Akasa aircraft at Delhi airport, both damaged “We are conducting negotiations with Lebanon,” Netanyahu said in a statement earlier on Thursday. “In the negotiations with Lebanon, there are two central goals: first, the disarming of Hezbollah, and second, a sustainable peace. Peace through strength.” The calls between Rubio and Aoun, and Trump and Aoun took place two days after a meeting took place between Israeli Ambassador to the US, Yechiel Leiter, and his Lebanese counterpart, Nada Hamadeh, at the State Department in Washington for laying the groundwork for direct negotiations, the first direct talks between the two sides in decades.

Officials in Lebanon told Israel and the US that they would not seek further negotiations until a ceasefire is reached between Israel and Hezbollah. Israel and Lebanon held their first direct discussions in more than four decades in Washington, DC.

Lebanon’s president declined to speak with Netanyahu, insisted ceasefire precede negotiations

US President Donald Trump on Thursday said that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire following high-level discussions aimed at easing tensions between the two countries. Trump said in a post on Truth Social that he held “excellent conversations” with Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun and Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, adding that both leaders had agreed to the temporary ceasefire in a bid to move towards peace.&nbsp;Trump further said that he will be inviting Prime Minister Netanyahu and President of Lebanon, Joseph Aoun, to the White House for the first meaningful talks between Israel and Lebanon since 1983, adding that both want peace.&nbsp;&nbsp;The US President added that he has already solved 9 wars across the world, and this will be his 10th.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Trump said he has directed Vice President JD Vance and senior officials to work closely with both nations.

Israel and Lebanon recently held talks in Washington, DC, for the first time in over three decades, with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and other officials being involved in the process. Trump further said that he has directed Vice President JD Vance and senior officials to work closely with both nations to ensure long-term peace in the region. “I just had excellent conversations with the Highly Respected President Joseph Aoun, of Lebanon, and Prime Minister Bibi Netanyahu, of Israel. These two Leaders have agreed that in order to achieve PEACE between their Countries, they will formally begin a 10 Day CEASEFIRE at 5 P.M. EST. On Tuesday, the two Countries met for the first time in 34 years here in Washington, D.C., with our Great Secretary of State, Marco Rubio,” he wrote. “I have directed Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Rubio, together with the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Dan Razin’ Caine, to work with Israel and Lebanon to achieve a Lasting PEACE. It has been my Honor to solve 9 Wars across the World, and this will be my 10th, so let’s, GET IT DONE!," he added. “In addition to the statement just issued, I will be inviting the Prime Minister of Israel, Bibi Netanyahu, and the President of Lebanon, Joseph Aoun, to the White House for the first meaningful talks between Israel and Lebanon since 1983, a very long time ago. Both sides want to see PEACE, and I believe that will happen, quickly! President DONALD J. TRUMP.”

US President Donald Trump also announced that he will be inviting Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun to the White House for the first meaningful talks between Israel and Lebanon since 1983, adding that both want peace.

US President Donald Trump on Thursday said that Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire following high-level discussions aimed at easing tensions between the two countries. Trump said in a post on Truth Social that he held “excellent conversations” with Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun and Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, adding that both leaders had agreed to the temporary ceasefire in a bid to move towards peace. Trump further said that he will be inviting Prime Minister Netanyahu and President of Lebanon, Joseph Aoun, to the White House for the first meaningful talks between Israel and Lebanon since 1983, adding that both want peace. The US President added that he has already solved 9 wars across the world, and this will be his 10th.

US President Donald Trump also announced that he will be inviting Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun to the White House for the first meaningful talks between Israel and Lebanon since 1983, adding that both want peace.

‘This will be my 10th’: Trump announces 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon

A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah could be announced within days, Lebanese officials say, according to reports. The ceasefire would most likely happen after Israeli ground forces complete their push to take the southern town of Bint Jbeil, reported the Financial Times and Reuters. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday (Apr 15) described Bint Jbeil as a Hezbollah stronghold his troops were "about to defeat." Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump, in a Truth Social post, said he was “trying to get a little breathing room between Israel and Lebanon”. The POTUS noted that the leaders have not spoken in “like 34 years”, adding that “it will happen tomorrow”.&nbsp;

The prospect of a truce in Lebanon has emerged as one of the more complicated threads in the conflict plaguing West Asia. Israel launched its offensive in Lebanon on March 2, after Hezbollah fired rockets at Israel in retaliation for the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei at the start of the US-Israel campaign against Iran. Since then, Israeli strikes have killed more than 2,167 people, including 172 children and 91 medical personnel, and displaced over a million, according to Lebanon's health ministry.Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-it-s-close-to-over-trump-s-stunning-prediction-for-the-iran-war-revealed-1776214629874">'It's close to over': Trump’s stunning prediction for the Iran war REVEALED</a><h2>Trump would welcome a truce in Lebanon</h2>As Israeli forces push into southern Lebanon with the stated aim of establishing a buffer zone stretching 8 to 10 kilometres inside the border, the question of whether Lebanon is covered under the US-Iran 14-day ceasefire has emerged as a persistent source of friction.Iran and Pakistan, which have been mediating between Washington and Tehran, have insisted the two-week truce announced by US President Donald Trump last week applies to Lebanon as well. The US and Israel have been equally insistent that it does not.A senior Trump administration official, speaking on the condition of anonymity on Wednesday, said that Trump would "welcome the end of hostilities in Lebanon" but insisted that the "negotiations between the US and Iran are not linked to ongoing peace talks between Israel and Lebanon."Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/-be-careful-pope-has-a-doctorate-in-theology-but-jd-vance-just-told-him-he-s-wrong-about-god-1776229084645">'Be careful...': Pope has a doctorate in theology, but JD Vance just told him he’s wrong about God</a> Disclaimer: WION takes utmost care to accurately and responsibly report ongoing conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, US, Gulf nations and non-state actors like Hezbollah, Hamas, Houthis, Islamic State, and others. Claims and counterclaims, disinformation and misinformation are being made online and offline. Given this context, WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos and videos.

Is a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah finally within reach? As Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu signals progress in Bint Jbeil, reports suggest a truce could come within days, even as the war continues on the ground.

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A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah could be announced within days, Lebanese officials say, according to reports. The ceasefire would most likely happen after Israeli ground forces complete their push to take the southern town of Bint Jbeil, reported the Financial Times and Reuters. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Wednesday (Apr 15) described Bint Jbeil as a Hezbollah stronghold his troops were "about to defeat." Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump, in a Truth Social post, said he was “trying to get a little breathing room between Israel and Lebanon”. The POTUS noted that the leaders have not spoken in “like 34 years”, adding that “it will happen tomorrow”.

Is a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah finally within reach? As Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu signals progress in Bint Jbeil, reports suggest a truce could come within days, even as the war continues on the ground.Scroll down to read more.

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The Israeli soldiers have killed at least 15 people and wounded more than 80 in southern Lebanon as hundreds of Lebanese tried to reach southern villages near the border with Israel by force.&nbsp;
Earlier, the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) warned them not to enter the villages as the ceasefire's 60-day deadline for Israel to withdraw its forces passed with troops remaining in parts of the country&rsquo;s south.
Israel said the 60-day <a href="https://www.wionews.com/tags/lebanon-ceasefire" rel="dofollow">Lebanon ceasefire </a>agreement had not been fully implemented, and it was unclear how many of its soldiers remained in Lebanon or how long they would stay.
The IDF attacked these Lebanese people as they attempted to enter locations that were still under occupation, the Lebanese Health Ministry said.&nbsp;
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It added that one of its soldiers had been killed and another wounded by Israeli fire.&nbsp;
However, the Israeli military said they fired "warning shots in multiple areas" of southern Lebanon without specifying if people had been hit, adding that they have apprehended several people who, according to them, posed an "imminent threat".
The IDF added that the suspects are currently being interrogated in the area.&nbsp;
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&ldquo;The IDF remains deployed in southern Lebanon, continues to operate in accordance with the ceasefire understandings between Israel and Lebanon, and is monitoring Hezbollah&rsquo;s attempts to return to southern Lebanon. The IDF will operate against any threat posed to IDF troops and the State of Israel,&rdquo; the military said.
<h2>Israel accuses Hezbollah</h2>
The Israeli army has accused Hezbollah for its deadly attacks in southern Lebanon, saying that the group sent "rioters" into the area to cause trouble.&nbsp;
&ldquo;Hezbollah does not care about Lebanon&rsquo;s interests. The images coming from certain areas in southern Lebanon are evidence of this,&rdquo; a statement said.&nbsp;
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Troops fired warning shots to &ldquo;remove threats in a number of areas where suspects were identified approaching&rdquo;.&nbsp;
&ldquo;The one who sent the rioters is Hezbollah, which is trying to heat up the situation in order to strengthen its status and position," it added.&nbsp;
On Saturday, the Lebanese army said it was ready to deploy its forces in the country's south, accusing Israel of "procrastination" in its withdrawal under a ceasefire.&nbsp;
It said it was "ready to continue its deployment as soon as the Israeli enemy withdraws".
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Friday that Israel will not complete its full withdrawal from southern Lebanon by Sunday, which marks the 60-day deadline set under the ceasefire deal in November.&nbsp;
Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos.
(With inputs from agencies)

World: The IDF attacked these Lebanese people as they attempted to enter locations that were still under occupation, the Lebanese Health Ministry said. 

The Israeli soldiers have killed at least 15 people and wounded more than 80 in southern Lebanon as hundreds of Lebanese tried to reach southern villages near the border with Israel by force. Earlier, the Israeli Defence Forces (IDF) warned them not to enter the villages as the ceasefire's 60-day deadline for Israel to withdraw its forces passed with troops remaining in parts of the country’s south. Israel said the 60-day Lebanon ceasefire agreement had not been fully implemented, and it was unclear how many of its soldiers remained in Lebanon or how long they would stay. The IDF attacked these Lebanese people as they attempted to enter locations that were still under occupation, the Lebanese Health Ministry said. Also read: Israel won't completely withdraw from Lebanon by Sunday deadline, says PM Netanyahu It added that one of its soldiers had been killed and another wounded by Israeli fire. However, the Israeli military said they fired "warning shots in multiple areas" of southern Lebanon without specifying if people had been hit, adding that they have apprehended several people who, according to them, posed an "imminent threat". The IDF added that the suspects are currently being interrogated in the area. Also read: Israel's withdrawal delay sparks tension, Lebanon army accuses of ‘procrastination’ “The IDF remains deployed in southern Lebanon, continues to operate in accordance with the ceasefire understandings between Israel and Lebanon, and is monitoring Hezbollah’s attempts to return to southern Lebanon. The IDF will operate against any threat posed to IDF troops and the State of Israel,” the military said. Israel accuses Hezbollah The Israeli army has accused Hezbollah for its deadly attacks in southern Lebanon, saying that the group sent "rioters" into the area to cause trouble. “Hezbollah does not care about Lebanon’s interests. The images coming from certain areas in southern Lebanon are evidence of this,” a statement said. Also read: ICJ judge Nawaf Salam appointed as Lebanon Prime Minister by President Joseph Aoun Troops fired warning shots to “remove threats in a number of areas where suspects were identified approaching”. “The one who sent the rioters is Hezbollah, which is trying to heat up the situation in order to strengthen its status and position," it added. On Saturday, the Lebanese army said it was ready to deploy its forces in the country's south, accusing Israel of "procrastination" in its withdrawal under a ceasefire. It said it was "ready to continue its deployment as soon as the Israeli enemy withdraws". Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Friday that Israel will not complete its full withdrawal from southern Lebanon by Sunday, which marks the 60-day deadline set under the ceasefire deal in November. Disclaimer: WION takes the utmost care to accurately and responsibly report conflicts in West Asia involving Israel, Iran, Syria, Iraq, and non-state actors like the Islamic State, among others. In this context, claims and counterclaims are being made online and offline. WION cannot independently verify the authenticity of all statements, social media posts, photos, and videos. (With inputs from agencies)

Lebanon ceasefire: 15 people killed by Israeli forces as troops stay beyond withdrawal deadline

US President Joe Biden has reportedly provisionally approved a $680 million arms package to Israel, just a day after the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire agreement was executed.

US President Joe Biden has reportedly provisionally approved a $680 million arms package to Israel, just a day after the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire agreement was executed. A US official familiar with the plan told Reuters news agency on Wednesday (Nov 27). As per reports, the package includes thousands of joint attack munition kits (JDAM). It also contains hundreds of small-diameter bombs. This comes after Biden's national security adviser Jack Sullivan said that the US President was expected to renew the Gaza ceasefire talks on November 27. Sullivan also said that after the Lebanon ceasefire, Hezbollah is no longer capable of supporting Hamas. This will lead the Palestinian militant group to agree on a Gaza ceasefire deal. Watch | Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire: Lebanese Military Starts Reinforcing Its Presence In South × In August this year, Biden approved a weapon package worth $20 billion to Israel, despite the global cry over the US supporting Israel with weapons. Hamas 'Ready' For Ceasefire Hours after the execution of the Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire deal, Hamas said on Wednesday (Nov 27) that it is ready for a ceasefire in Gaza. A Hamas official told AFP, "We have informed mediators in Egypt, Qatar, and Turkey that Hamas is ready for a ceasefire agreement and a serious deal to exchange prisoners." He accused Israel of hindering the potential agreement. US and Israeli officials expressed hope that as the Lebanon ceasefire will weaken Hezbollah, the Lebanon-based group will no longer be able to support Hamas. They said the ceasefire is expected to make the Palestinian terror group head forward for a deal with Israel. Also read | Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire deal: What we know about it The ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas have been going on for a long time, but neither of the parties accepted a deal. Both Hamas and Israel refused the conditions mentioned in the deal proposed multiple times by mediators like Qatar and the US. The mediators say that the demand by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to leave troops in Gaza has further affected the deal. (With inputs from agencies)

Biden provisionally approves $680 million weapon package to Israel just day after Lebanon ceasefire: Report

Israel has reportedly given the United States its list of conditions for a diplomatic solution to the war in Lebanon. According to an Axios report published on Sunday (Oct 20), the list of demands was shared last week ahead of American envoy Amos Hochstein's visit to Beirut on Monday(Oct 21) to discuss a diplomatic solution to the ongoing conflict.

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Citing two US officials and two Israeli officials, the publication reports that Israel has demanded that its IDF forces (Israel Defense Force) be allowed to engage in "active enforcement" to prevent Hezbollah from rearming and rebuilding military infrastructure in southern Lebanon near the Israeli border.

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Additionally, Tel Aviv is seeking unrestricted access to Lebanese air space for its air force.

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As per the report, these demands are expected to face significant resistance.&nbsp;

Speaking to Axios, a US official, highlighted that Lebanon and the international community are unlikely to agree to these terms as they undermine Lebanon's sovereignty.

Furthermore, the demands contradict UN Security Council Resolution 1701, which assigns peacekeeping duties to the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) and the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL).&nbsp;

However, an Israeli official told the publication that they "are talking about 1701 with increased enforcement."

"Our main message is that if the Lebanese army and UNIFIL do more, the IDF will do less and the other way around," he added.&nbsp;

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Amos Hochstein, a White House special envoy, will visit Beirut on Monday to negotiate a diplomatic path forward. There, the envoy will meet with Lebanese officials, including acting Prime Minister Najib Mikati and Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri.&nbsp;

Berri has already voiced strong opposition to amend Resolution 1701 in any way.

He told Al-Arabiya on Sunday that Hochstein's visit is "the last chance before the U.S. elections to reach a solution" to the war in Lebanon.

(With inputs from agencies)

Israel has reportedly given the United States its list of conditions for a diplomatic solution to the war in Lebanon. According to an Axios report published on Sunday (Oct 20), the list of demands was shared last week ahead of American envoy Amos Hochstein's visit to Beirut on Monday(Oct 21) to discuss a diplomatic solution to the ongoing conflict.

Israel has reportedly given the United States its list of conditions for a diplomatic solution to the war in Lebanon. According to an Axios report published on Sunday (Oct 20), the list of demands was shared last week ahead of American envoy Amos Hochstein's visit to Beirut on Monday(Oct 21) to discuss a diplomatic solution to the ongoing conflict. What are Israel's demands? Citing two US officials and two Israeli officials, the publication reports that Israel has demanded that its IDF forces (Israel Defense Force) be allowed to engage in "active enforcement" to prevent Hezbollah from rearming and rebuilding military infrastructure in southern Lebanon near the Israeli border. Also read | West Asia crisis: Israel bombs Hezbollah-linked finance group Al-Qard Al-Hassan Additionally, Tel Aviv is seeking unrestricted access to Lebanese air space for its air force. Will US accept these demands? As per the report, these demands are expected to face significant resistance. Speaking to Axios, a US official, highlighted that Lebanon and the international community are unlikely to agree to these terms as they undermine Lebanon's sovereignty. Furthermore, the demands contradict UN Security Council Resolution 1701, which assigns peacekeeping duties to the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF) and the UN Interim Force in Lebanon (UNIFIL). However, an Israeli official told the publication that they "are talking about 1701 with increased enforcement." "Our main message is that if the Lebanese army and UNIFIL do more, the IDF will do less and the other way around," he added. Also read | Sergei Lavrov slams US nuclear talks proposal, labels it 'strategic deception' Hochstein's visit to Beirut Amos Hochstein, a White House special envoy, will visit Beirut on Monday to negotiate a diplomatic path forward. There, the envoy will meet with Lebanese officials, including acting Prime Minister Najib Mikati and Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri. Berri has already voiced strong opposition to amend Resolution 1701 in any way. He told Al-Arabiya on Sunday that Hochstein's visit is "the last chance before the U.S. elections to reach a solution" to the war in Lebanon. (With inputs from agencies)

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