Israel Continues To Pound Lebanon, Josef Aoun Reportedly Refuses To Hold Direct Talks With Netanyahu
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Published: Apr 16, 2026, 21:45 IST | Updated: Apr 16, 2026, 21:45 IST
Tensions in Lebanon are spiralling as Israeli strikes continue to hit multiple targets, pushing the region closer to a wider conflict. Amid the escalating violence, Joseph Aoun has reportedly refused to engage in direct talks with Benjamin Netanyahu without a ceasefire in place. With diplomacy stalled and military action intensifying, fears are growing that the fragile line between peace and war could soon collapse.
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