Lebanon’s president amid Israel-Lebanon fighting. Joseph Aoun, former army general, 14th president since 2025, key war-steps and ceasefire talks.
Lebanon has opened discussions for direct talks with Israel to end the fighting sparked by Hezbollah’s March 2 attack and Israel’s subsequent strikes. Beirut has begun appointing a negotiating delegation, while regional tensions and displacement continue to rise amid calls for an international, monitored ceasefire.
Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon have killed at least 12 people, displaced over a million, and prompted widespread evacuations. Lebanon reports civilian casualties and destruction, with international calls for a ceasefire. The conflict follows Hezbollah's rocket attacks on Israel and Israel's retaliatory strikes, escalating regional tensions.
Israel has intensified military actions in southern Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah positions following rocket attacks. Over one million Lebanese displaced, with ongoing airstrikes and ground operations. Diplomatic efforts, including French-led talks, aim to de-escalate the conflict triggered by Hezbollah's retaliation for Iran's leader's killing.
Israeli military operations in Lebanon have intensified, killing over 880 people and displacing more than a million since early March. Israeli strikes target southern Lebanon and Beirut, violating ceasefire agreements amid ongoing cross-border conflict with Hezbollah and regional tensions.
Hezbollah has denied having any presence in Kuwait following recent arrests linked to the group. Kuwait announced arrests of individuals planning attacks and recruiting for Hezbollah, which Lebanon condemns. The group also denied similar allegations in the UAE, amid ongoing regional tensions and Iran-backed attacks.
As of late March 2026, Israel has intensified its military campaign in southern Lebanon, ordering all residents south of the Litani River to evacuate. Defense Minister Israel Katz confirmed destruction of five bridges used by Hezbollah and ordered demolition of homes near the border to create a buffer zone. Israel aims to control territory up to the Litani River to prevent Hezbollah attacks, while Hezbollah vows to resist. The conflict has displaced over one million Lebanese and killed more than 1,000 people.
Israel has intensified military operations in Lebanon, targeting Hezbollah infrastructure following recent rocket attacks and strikes on Haifa. Over a million civilians have been displaced, and at least 1,000 people have been killed in three weeks. The conflict has expanded with Israeli strikes on Lebanese bridges and military sites, prompting Lebanese warnings of escalation.
Israeli forces have intensified strikes on Lebanon, destroying key bridges and infrastructure in southern Lebanon as part of a broader military campaign linked to the conflict with Hezbollah. Over 1.2 million people have been displaced, and the situation is escalating toward a potential ground invasion.
Lebanon declared Iran's ambassador persona non grata on March 24, ordering him to leave by March 29, but he remains in Beirut with Hezbollah's backing. This follows Hezbollah's renewed attacks on Israel, linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guard Corps directing operations. The move deepens Lebanon's political divide and complicates efforts to disarm Hezbollah amid ongoing Israeli military actions.
On March 28, 2026, an Israeli airstrike in southern Lebanon killed three journalists: Ali Shoeib of Hezbollah's Al Manar, Fatima Ftouni of Al Mayadeen, and her brother Mohammad Ftouni. Israel claimed Shoeib was a Hezbollah intelligence operative, a charge denied by Hezbollah. Lebanese officials condemned the attack as a war crime. The strike occurred during intensified Israeli military operations in southern Lebanon.
As of late March 2026, Israel has intensified its military campaign in southern Lebanon, expanding a security buffer zone up to the Litani River to counter Hezbollah rocket and missile attacks. The offensive includes ground advances, airstrikes on Hezbollah targets, and destruction of infrastructure. Over 1.2 million Lebanese have been displaced, with more than 1,200 killed. Israel aims to secure its northern border and weaken Iran-backed Hezbollah.
Lebanon enters its second month of conflict between Hezbollah and Israel, with Israel threatening long-term control of southern Lebanon. Over 1,300 killed and 20% displaced, as Lebanon's government prepares for prolonged displacement and seeks international aid amid limited support.
Since early March 2026, Israel has launched intensified airstrikes and ground operations in southern Lebanon targeting Hezbollah, killing over 2,000 people and displacing more than one million. Israeli forces are encircling and assaulting the strategic town of Bint Jbeil. Hezbollah continues rocket attacks into northern Israel. Lebanon and Israel have held preliminary talks in Washington to seek a ceasefire.
President Trump announced the successful rescue of a US Air Force colonel after his F-15 was shot down over Iran. The operation involved deep-in-country special forces and was completed without US casualties. Iran reported destruction of US aircraft and casualties during the rescue. Tensions escalate as Trump threatens attacks on Iranian infrastructure.
Israeli forces have continued their bombardment of southern Lebanon, targeting multiple locations and engaging in ground combat with Hezbollah in Bint Jbeil. The conflict has resulted in over 2,000 deaths since March, with displacement exceeding one million. Tensions are rising as Israel aims to encircle Hezbollah strongholds and expand its military presence.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced plans to begin direct negotiations with Lebanon to disarm Hezbollah and establish peace, despite ongoing military strikes and conflicting positions. Lebanon advocates for a ceasefire before talks, while Israel continues its military operations. The talks are expected next week in Washington, with US mediation.
Israel and Lebanon have held direct talks in Washington for the first time in 43 years, aiming to disarm Hezbollah and establish peaceful relations. Despite a US-Iran ceasefire, Israel has refused to withdraw troops from southern Lebanon and continues strikes. Hezbollah and Iran reject negotiations without a ceasefire, while Lebanon demands an end to hostilities first.
The US and Iran have been engaging in diplomatic talks in Islamabad, aiming to extend a two-week ceasefire amid ongoing tensions over the Strait of Hormuz. Negotiations involve US proposals and Iranian demands, with regional security and energy supplies remaining at risk. The situation remains fluid as both sides consider future steps.
Israel has launched extensive strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon as peace talks are scheduled for Tuesday in Washington. Despite US pressure to limit fighting, Israel is maintaining its military operations. Hezbollah and Lebanese officials condemn the attacks, which have caused significant casualties and displacement. The situation remains tense as regional and international actors call for restraint.
Israel has launched over 100 airstrikes across Lebanon, killing at least 203 people and injuring more than 1,000. The strikes target Hezbollah sites but have hit densely populated residential areas, causing widespread civilian casualties and displacement. The conflict continues to escalate with no ceasefire in sight.
Israel has continued its military operations against Hezbollah in Lebanon, with ongoing strikes and evacuations. The US is pushing for a one-week ceasefire to facilitate negotiations, while Israel plans to begin direct talks with Lebanon focused on disarming Hezbollah. Diplomatic efforts are intensifying amid ongoing hostilities.
Lebanon and Israel have held their first direct talks in over 30 years in Washington, mediated by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The discussions focus on disarming Hezbollah and establishing long-term security, despite ongoing Israeli military operations in southern Lebanon and Hezbollah's intensified attacks on northern Israel. Lebanon demands a ceasefire and Israeli withdrawal, while Israel insists on Hezbollah's disarmament and rejects a ceasefire.
US and Iranian delegations have held multiple rounds of direct peace talks in Islamabad since April 11, aiming to end the six-week Middle East war. Iran demands a ceasefire in Lebanon, release of frozen assets, and control over the Strait of Hormuz. The US insists on nuclear restrictions and free passage through the strait. The ceasefire remains fragile amid ongoing Israeli-Hezbollah fighting.
Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors are set to hold face-to-face negotiations at the US State Department, focusing on disarming Hezbollah and establishing peace. Israel refuses to discuss a ceasefire with Hezbollah, while ongoing Israeli strikes in Lebanon have caused significant casualties and displacement amid escalating tensions.
Lebanon and Israel have held their first direct talks in 43 years, focusing on disarming Hezbollah and establishing peaceful relations. The negotiations follow recent Israeli military strikes and ongoing tensions, with Lebanon emphasizing the need for a ceasefire and peace. The US, Israel, and Lebanon have described the discussions as productive, but disagreements persist.
On April 13, 2026, Italy has suspended the automatic renewal of its 2005 defence memorandum with Israel. The move follows rising tensions after Israeli attacks in Lebanon and incidents involving Italian UN peacekeepers. Italy's right-wing government, previously a staunch Israel ally, is shifting its stance amid regional instability and upcoming elections.
Lebanon and Israel have agreed to a ten-day ceasefire, starting today, as US efforts aim to facilitate direct negotiations. The ceasefire follows recent clashes, with Lebanon's government committing to prevent attacks by Hezbollah. Israeli conditions include disarmament of Hezbollah and a peace agreement based on strength. US President Trump has announced plans to invite both leaders to the White House for talks.
President Trump has announced that Lebanon's President Joseph Aoun and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu have agreed to a 10-day ceasefire. The announcement follows ongoing Israeli bombardment and recent direct talks in Washington. Lebanon's Aoun has refused direct contact with Netanyahu, emphasizing the need for a ceasefire before negotiations. Israeli forces are preparing for a possible truce, with uncertainty over enforcement mechanisms. The situation remains tense as both sides continue military operations.
A US-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has taken effect since April 16, pausing hostilities including Israeli strikes on Hezbollah targets. Israeli troops remain in southern Lebanon, while Hezbollah has not formally endorsed the truce and insists on Israel's withdrawal. The ceasefire aims to enable peace talks, with US President Trump inviting both leaders to the White House.
President Trump has indicated that the U.S. is close to reaching a deal with Iran, with ongoing negotiations focusing on nuclear restrictions and a ceasefire in the Middle East. A temporary truce between Lebanon and Israel is in place, but tensions remain high. The situation is evolving rapidly today, April 19, 2026.
Lebanese civilians are experiencing ongoing displacement and destruction following Israel's recent military escalation and a ceasefire. Thousands are returning to damaged areas, with many uncertain about the future. The conflict has resulted in significant civilian casualties and mass displacement, with tensions remaining high as the ceasefire holds.
Lebanon and Israel remain in direct discussions brokered by the United States, while Hezbollah is engaging in renewed hostilities in southern Lebanon. The surrounding conflict has killed thousands and drawn in regional powers, with the ceasefire extended but fighting continuing. Analysts say outcomes depend on Washington-Tehran dynamics and on Hezbollah’s willingness to disengage.
Lebanese authorities report over 50,000 housing units damaged or destroyed during recent Israeli attacks. Despite a 10-day ceasefire, Israeli forces continue demolitions and land control in southern Lebanon. Displaced residents are cautiously returning, but fears of renewed hostilities persist. Diplomatic talks are set to resume, with Lebanon seeking an extension of the truce.
A French UN peacekeeper has died from wounds sustained during an ambush in southern Lebanon while clearing a route to an isolated UNIFIL post. France and the UN have blamed Hezbollah, which denies involvement. Lebanese authorities have launched an investigation. The UN is considering a smaller peacekeeping presence after UNIFIL's mandate ends in December 2026.
The US is facilitating talks at the State Department between Lebanon and Israel, the first since a fragile ceasefire began last week. Lebanon's government emphasizes negotiations, while Hezbollah rejects direct talks. Israeli military actions continue in southern Lebanon, and regional tensions remain high amid ongoing conflict.
Pakistan is preparing for U.S.-Iran talks as the ceasefire in Lebanon and Israel remains fragile. Lebanon and Israel are set to hold direct negotiations in Washington, while violence continues with casualties and accusations against Hezbollah. Macron and Salam are addressing humanitarian and economic issues in Lebanon.
The EU is ready to collaborate with Gulf countries to develop new energy projects that bypass the Strait of Hormuz, aiming to reduce reliance on the waterway disrupted by regional conflicts. This move follows recent tensions and infrastructure damage, with the EU emphasizing energy security and regional stability today, Saturday, 25 April 2026.
The US will host ambassador-level talks with Israel and Lebanon on Thursday to extend a fragile ceasefire and explore broader negotiations. France is positioning to bolster Lebanon’s government, while tensions remain high after recent Israeli strikes and a surge in clashes in southern Lebanon. The ceasefire enters a new phase as diplomats seek to solidify gains and prevent a broader flare-up.
Amal Khalil, a reporter for Al-Akhbar, has been killed after an Israeli strike hit a house in al-Tiri while she and Zeinab Faraj sought shelter. Rescue efforts were hindered by further fire, and Lebanon's health ministry says two others died in the initial strike. The incident occurs amid a 10-day ceasefire and renewed clashes with Hezbollah.
Trump has hosted Israel's ambassador and Lebanon's ambassador for a second round of U.S.-facilitated talks in the White House, days after Israeli strikes killed a journalist and amid a renewed ceasefire extension. The discussions focus on Hezbollah, security arrangements in southern Lebanon, and potential steps toward peace while highlighting continuing regional tensions.
Israel has struck Hezbollah-held southern Beirut suburbs, killing a senior Radwan commander, while U.S.-brokered Israel-Lebanon talks are being scheduled in Washington for mid-May. Lebanon has urged a full halt to Israeli attacks before high-level meetings, and the ceasefire that began in mid-April has been strained by continued strikes and exchanges in southern Lebanon.
Israel has launched strikes in Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley after attacks by Hezbollah amid a U.S.-brokered ceasefire that remains in force. Hezbollah targets have included drones and rockets, while Lebanese and Israeli authorities address the scale and implications of ongoing hostilities under the ceasefire terms.
Israel has pressed strikes against Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon as exchanges intensify and the ceasefire frays. Lebanese authorities report fatalities; the IDF says it has destroyed Hezbollah sites while warning civilians near Hezbollah facilities remain at risk. Cross-border drone and rocket actions continue, with security measures tightened in northern Israel.
Saudi Arabia is pressuring Lebanese leaders to present a unified stance on negotiations with Israel, as internal rifts and external mediation shape the path to potential talks. Washington and Riyadh seek stability, while Beirut’s top officials navigate divergent views on direct engagement and security arrangements amid ongoing hostilities with Hezbollah.
Iran has delivered a written response to a U.S. peace proposal via Pakistani mediators and is calling for an end to fighting across the region, lifting of sanctions and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump has rejected Iran’s terms as "totally unacceptable," and clashes and maritime incidents are continuing to push oil prices higher.
Since mid-April's US-brokered ceasefire, Israel has continued air and drone strikes across southern and eastern Lebanon and near Beirut while Hezbollah has been firing explosive drones and rockets at Israeli forces. Lebanese authorities have reported rising civilian casualties and infrastructure damage as US-facilitated Israel–Lebanon talks proceed in Washington (25 May 2026).
The clash has seen Israeli forces damaging a structure inside a religious compound while targeting Hezbollah infrastructure in southern Lebanon. Christian and Church leaders are complaining of the destruction of a convent near Yaroun as the ceasefire stabilizes, with casualties and widespread displacement continuing in Lebanon.
Lebanon and Israel are engaging in Washington talks as a three-week ceasefire extends, with negotiators seeking to end violence and secure Lebanese sovereignty while Hezbollah remains a central hurdle. The talks are the third round and aim to map a framework for a future peace and Hezbollah disarmament, amid ongoing Israeli strikes in Lebanon.
Lebanese President Aoun has urged reaching an end to the Lebanon-Israel war, saying he is prepared to "do the impossible" to stop the fighting. Health authorities report the death toll in Lebanon has neared 3,000, with ongoing Israeli strikes, evacuations, and Hezbollah operations continuing in south Lebanon and northern Israel amid a 45‑day ceasefire extension.
Israel has escalated its offensive in southern Lebanon, with airstrikes killing dozens, mass displacement orders, and threats of further heavy retaliation. The clash polarises regional diplomacy as Washington seeks to broker a broader deal with Iran, while Lebanon and Hezbollah resist Israeli occupation and pursue withdrawal. A cabinet dispute in Jerusalem signals divergence over response tactics, even as the conflict widens.