Hizbollah
Coverage of Hizbollah in the Nexus archive.
- How Hizbollah’s fighters ended up in court
Hizbollah, a militant group deeply enmeshed in the Lebanese state, now has some members facing felony charges for the first time. The group's involvement in Lebanon's political and administrative systems has historically been significant.
- Hizbollah and Israel clashes threaten reopening of Strait of Hormuz
Clashes between Hizbollah and Israel have raised concerns about the potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The exchange of fire highlights the fragility of the current ceasefire.
- Israel and Hizbollah agree ceasefire, says US official
Israel and Hizbollah have agreed to a ceasefire, according to a US official. The news has led to a decline in oil prices as hopes for a bolstered US-Iran deal emerge.
- How Hizbollah made its comeback
The Lebanese militant group Hizbollah has regained strength due to renewed support from Iran. Its continued influence is tied to the potential outcome of the US-Iran peace negotiations.
- Trump says Syria should fight Hizbollah instead of Israel
US President Trump stated that Syria should focus its efforts against Hizbollah rather than Israel. He expressed dissatisfaction with Israel's military campaign against the Lebanese militant group.
- Trump tells Israel and Hizbollah to ‘stand down’ as he pushes for Iran deal
US president has said he expects Washington and Tehran to seal a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz on Sunday. Trump urged Israel and Hizbollah to 'stand down' as he pushes for an Iran deal.
- Saudi Arabia ends ban on Lebanese imports in sign of rapprochement
Saudi Arabia has ended a five-year ban on Lebanese imports, signaling a move toward rapprochement. The ban was initially imposed to counter Hizbollah's influence in Lebanese politics.
- Lebanon’s intractable crisis pulls Israel and Iran back towards war
Lebanon's ongoing crisis, particularly the impasse involving Hizbollah, is straining the fragile ceasefire between Iran and the United States, heightening tensions between Israel and Iran.
- Iran launches ballistic missiles at Israel
Iran launched ballistic missiles at Israel following an Israeli strike in Beirut that targeted Hizbollah. The attack marks a direct escalation between Iran and Israel.
- Hizbollah rejects US-brokered ceasefire as Israel pursues offensive
Hizbollah rejects a US-brokered ceasefire as Israel continues its offensive, with fresh strikes occurring after the US announced a deal to implement a truce in Lebanon.
- Israel and Lebanon agree to implement ceasefire
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to implement a ceasefire, as announced by the US state department in a joint agreement requiring Hizbollah to cease all attacks.
- Israel’s Netanyahu faces backlash after Trump call
Israel's Prime minister Netanyahu faces backlash after failing to follow through on a threat to bomb Hizbollah following pressure from US President Trump.
- Israel captures Crusader castle in deepening Lebanon push
Israel has captured a 12th-century Crusader castle in Lebanon as part of an expanded military offensive ordered by the Israeli prime minister against Hizbollah.
- Israel steps up attacks on Hamas and Hizbollah
Israel's military (IDF) intensified attacks on Hamas and Hizbollah, killing Mohammed Odeh, the head of Hamas' military wing, in a strike in Gaza.
- Israeli ministers call for return to ‘high-intensity’ war on Hizbollah
Israeli far-right ministers are advocating for a return to high-intensity military operations against Hizbollah in Lebanon, driven by fears that a potential US-Iran peace deal could limit Israel's campaign. The officials believe such an agreement might reduce US support for Israel, emboldening Iran and its allies.