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Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem condemned direct talks between Lebanon and Israel as bringing 'shame and humiliation,' while Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam accused Hezbollah of aiding Israel. The seventh round of US-sponsored talks between Lebanon and Israel continued in Rome, as tensions persist over sovereignty and military withdrawal.

Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem criticized Lebanese President Joseph Aoun for direct negotiations with Israel, calling him 'biased and divisive.' Qassem also stated there is no objection to a public meeting between Hezbollah and the Syrian leadership.

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem stated that direct negotiations between Lebanon and Israel would result in 'nothing but shame, humiliation, and successive compromises' for Lebanon. He also criticized Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun for being biased and divisive.

Lebanese president Joseph Aoun stated that Israeli army detonations near Beaufort castle in southern Lebanon pose a 'direct threat' to a recent framework deal with Israel. He described the explosions as an 'extremely dangerous escalation' and criticized their timing ahead of upcoming talks in Rome.

Lebanese elites have historically engaged with Zionism, exemplified by Antoun Sehnaoui's recent dinner with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun advocated ending hostility with Israel, aligning with normalization efforts promoted in media and public discourse. The article highlights generational ties between Lebanese families and Zionist interests, including financial and political support.

Turkey is seeking to participate in a new Lebanon security initiative following the expiration of the UN peacekeeping mission UNIFIL at year-end. Other nations like France and Italy have also expressed interest in a successor force, while Lebanon and Israel continue to navigate a U.S.-mediated agreement to withdraw troops and disarm Hezbollah.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun is visiting Ankara to hold talks with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, aiming to clarify and define the bilateral relationship amid Lebanon's efforts to balance ties with multiple regional powers. The visit focuses on political alignment, Turkey's concerns over Lebanon's regional positioning, and potential military and diplomatic cooperation, without signing bilateral treaties.

The UN human rights chief, Volker Türk, urged Israel to end its occupation of southern Lebanon and halt home demolitions, citing potential war crimes amid ongoing conflict with Hezbollah. The call comes ahead of talks in Rome on implementing a June 26 framework deal for Lebanese military deployment and Israeli withdrawal, though Hezbollah has rejected disarming.

UN human rights chief Volker Türk urged Israel to end its occupation of southern Lebanon and halt home demolitions, citing potential war crimes. The call comes ahead of talks between Lebanese and Israeli officials in Rome to implement a June 26 framework deal for troop withdrawal and Hezbollah disarmament, which the militant group has rejected. The conflict, ongoing since March 2, has caused over 4,000 deaths and displaced 1.2 million people.

Trump announced allowing U.S. carriers to resume direct flights to Lebanon after Lebanese President Joseph Aoun's White House visit, ending a 40-year suspension linked to a 1985 hijacking. Aviation officials note the route reopening is still months away, requiring feasibility studies and bilateral negotiations.

President Trump claims additional countries will soon join the Abraham Accords, highlighting Israel's expanding strategic relationships despite falling public support globally. Critics argue Israel faces growing international criticism and isolation, while Israeli officials and experts emphasize strong government-to-government cooperation and evolving diplomatic ties.

President Trump renewed his threat to bomb Iranian bridges and power plants if Iran attacks ships in the Strait of Hormuz, framing it as an automatic response. Legal experts criticized the threat, citing potential violations of international humanitarian law, while a Senate hearing questioned the administration's claims about Iran's military capabilities.

President Donald Trump renewed a threat to bomb Iranian bridges and power plants in response to attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz. He framed the policy as an automatic retaliation, while legal experts criticized the targeting of civilian infrastructure as potentially violating international humanitarian law.

President Donald Trump renewed threats to bomb Iranian bridges and power plants if Iran continues attacking ships in the Strait of Hormuz. He framed the policy as an automatic response to future attacks, following reports of over 30 ship attacks by Iran in the past three months. Legal experts criticized the threats as potentially violating international humanitarian law.

Lebanon's prime minister visited a damaged southern village as a Washington-brokered agreement with Israel began implementation, aiming for Israeli troop withdrawal and Lebanese military deployment in southern areas. The deal follows months of conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, which has refused disarmament calls, and includes 'pilot zones' for Lebanese control.

Lebanon's prime minister visited a southern village as a US-brokered agreement with Israel begins, aiming for Lebanese military deployment and Israeli troop withdrawal. The agreement includes a pilot zone of villages, but Hezbollah opposes it, and ongoing conflict has caused significant casualties and displacement.

Lebanon's prime minister visited a damaged southern village as a U.S.-brokered agreement with Israel appears to progress, calling for full Israeli military withdrawal. The agreement involves Lebanese military deployment in areas previously controlled by Hezbollah, with Israeli troops withdrawing from some villages, though neither side has fully occupied the regions yet.

President Trump has lifted the ban on direct flights to Lebanon. He met with President Joseph Aoun of Lebanon at the White House on Tuesday.

The US has resumed direct flights to Lebanon after a 40-year suspension, following a meeting between US President Donald Trump and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun met with U.S. President Donald Trump, seeking increased U.S. support for Lebanon, including pressure on Israel and funding for military and reconstruction. Trump announced allowing U.S. airlines to fly directly to Lebanon after a 40-year hiatus.

President Donald Trump pledged support for Lebanon during a meeting with President Joseph Aoun and announced the resumption of direct U.S. flights to Lebanon after a 40-year suspension. The move follows discussions on stabilizing the region amid ongoing tensions involving Israel and Hezbollah, with a framework agreement aimed at Israeli troop withdrawal and Hezbollah disarmament in southern Lebanon.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun met with US President Donald Trump to seek increased US engagement, pressure on Israel, and funding for Lebanon's military and southern reconstruction. Trump announced the lifting of a 40-year ban on US airline flights to Lebanon, but Aoun's primary requests for military and diplomatic support were not addressed.

President Donald Trump pledged to help Lebanon during a meeting with President Joseph Aoun, announcing the resumption of U.S. direct flights to Lebanon after a 40-year suspension. The discussion followed Lebanon's push for peace amid regional conflicts involving Israel and Hezbollah, with both nations testing a framework agreement for Israeli troop withdrawal and Hezbollah disarmament.

US President Donald Trump pledged support for Lebanon's efforts to pursue peace with Israel. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun requested political backing and continued support for the Lebanese army under a US-backed framework agreement with Israel.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun emphasized the need for a complete Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese territories during a meeting with US President Donald Trump. The statement follows reports of Israeli troops firing near Lebanese soldiers in a pilot zone under a Lebanon-Israel framework agreement.

Lebanon's president, Joseph Aoun, urged US President Donald Trump to support the Lebanese army during a meeting where Trump pledged to assist Lebanon significantly. The discussion focused on efforts to disarm Hezbollah and advance peace with Israel, with FRANCE 24's reporting from Jerusalem describing the meeting as a challenge to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun thanked US President Donald Trump for brokering a framework agreement with Israel aimed at ending hostilities between the two countries. Aoun described the deal as a historic achievement during a White House press conference.

President Donald Trump pledged U.S. support for Lebanon during a White House meeting with President Joseph Aoun, aiming to address regional tensions caused by the Israel-Hezbollah conflict. The U.S. seeks peace in Lebanon, where Israeli troops occupy parts of southern Lebanon, and Lebanon hopes for troop withdrawals and military support to counter Hezbollah. A framework agreement outlines steps for Israeli withdrawal and Hezbollah disarmament.

President Donald Trump pledged U.S. support for Lebanon during a White House meeting with President Joseph Aoun, who sought to address regional stability after months of conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. The U.S. has pushed for peace in Lebanon but faces distractions from escalating tensions with Iran. A framework agreement aims for Israeli troop withdrawal and Hezbollah disarmament, though Trump did not provide concrete details on U.S. assistance.

Trump stated the US will target a rumored Iranian nuclear site, Pickaxe Mountain, near Natanz, which houses deeply buried tunnel complexes. The site is described as heavily fortified and challenging to destroy.

US President Donald Trump hosted Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at the White House for their first meeting. The meeting occurred as the Lebanese army assumed control of pilot safe zones in South Lebanon amid pressure to disarm Hezbollah and Israel's presence in the region.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and US President Donald Trump hold a press conference as pressure mounts on Beirut to disarm Hezbollah.

US President Donald Trump stated during a meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun that Israel is redeploying in southern Lebanon as part of a planned withdrawal. Trump mentioned he would investigate reports of Israeli troops firing on the Lebanese Army in the area.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun is in Washington to meet with US President Donald Trump and senior officials, seeking support for Israel's pullback from southern Lebanon under a US-brokered framework. The first 'pilot zone' operations under the agreement began in the region, following six rounds of negotiations mediated by the United States.

US President Donald Trump stated the US would respond if Yemen’s Houthis impose a blockade on Saudi ports, saying the US 'will just have to take care of business.' The Houthis declared a naval blockade against Saudi Arabia, raising concerns about energy shortages and global economic impacts.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun is in Washington to meet with US President Donald Trump to secure support for Israel's pullback from southern Lebanon as 'pilot zones' under a US-brokered agreement begin. The visit follows six rounds of US-mediated negotiations between Lebanon and Israel, with the Lebanese army deploying in evacuated areas to disarm Hezbollah.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun is set to meet with Donald Trump in Washington on July 21. Beirut's military is moving into southern Lebanon under a deal with Israel to disarm Hezbollah, a precondition for ending Israel's occupation.

Canada is preparing to intensify trade talks as U.S. President Donald Trump orders new tariffs, with Prime Minister Mark Carney proposing solutions to resolve the dispute. Separately, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun is set to meet with Trump while Lebanon's military moves into southern areas to disarm Hezbollah under a deal with Israel.

Canada is preparing to intensify trade talks as U.S. President Donald Trump orders new tariffs. Prime Minister Mark Carney states Canada has proposed solutions to resolve the dispute. Lebanon's president Joseph Aoun is set to meet Trump as Lebanon faces pressure to disarm Hezbollah under an agreement with Israel.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun will meet with Trump to advance a US-brokered plan to disarm Hezbollah and secure Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon. Recent diplomatic efforts include ambassador-level talks in Rome and pilot zone operations in three villages where Lebanese forces will replace Israeli troops under a June 26 agreement, though implementation challenges persist due to Hezbollah's refusal to disarm and Israel's troop retention.