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Lebanese officials, including Hezbollah, continue to oppose disarmament plans amid ongoing Israeli military strikes. The Lebanese army's proposal to take control of weapons faces delays as regional tensions escalate, with Hezbollah demanding conditions before disarming. Political leaders call for dialogue, but tensions remain high.
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Lebanese President Aoun and French officials discuss disarmament of Hezbollah, security plans, and international support amid ongoing Israeli strikes. France supports Lebanon's reforms and aid conferences, but Israeli military actions hinder disarmament progress. Regional tensions escalate as Lebanon seeks stability.
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Israeli military strikes in southern Lebanon have killed at least five civilians, including three children, amid ongoing tensions despite a ceasefire. Lebanon condemns the attacks as violations of international law, while Israel claims they targeted Hezbollah operatives. The violence raises concerns over the fragile ceasefire and regional stability.
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Despite a ceasefire in November 2024, Israel continues near-daily airstrikes in Lebanon targeting Hezbollah, causing civilian casualties and damage. Recent attacks include strikes on villages, infrastructure, and Hezbollah sites, with civilian deaths including U.S. citizens. UN peacekeepers report Israeli grenades near their personnel, highlighting ongoing tensions.
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A year after Israel killed Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and his successor, the group remains weakened but is actively regrouping. Despite heavy losses and international pressure to disarm, Hezbollah vows to maintain its weapons and resist Israeli threats, signaling ongoing tensions in Lebanon and the region.
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Recent Israeli strikes in Lebanon have targeted Hezbollah weapons depots, killing civilians and escalating tensions. Hezbollah vows to keep its weapons, amid ongoing Israeli military presence and Lebanese disarmament efforts. The situation remains volatile, with potential for further conflict.
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Lebanese court ordered Hannibal Gaddafi's release on $11 million bail amid ongoing controversy over his detention related to the disappearance of Lebanese Shiite leader Musa al-Sadr in Libya. The decision has been challenged by Gaddafi's lawyer and family, highlighting tensions over Libya-Lebanon relations and unresolved historical cases.
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Pope Leo XIV arrived in Lebanon on Sunday for a three-day visit aimed at promoting peace and unity amid ongoing regional conflicts and Lebanon's internal crises. He met with political and religious leaders, called for reconciliation, and emphasized the importance of dialogue, especially regarding the Israeli-Hezbollah conflict and regional stability.
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Lebanese President Aoun emphasized the country's desire to avoid war during meetings with UN and US officials, amid ongoing Israeli strikes and efforts to disarm Hezbollah. Talks focus on ceasefire implementation, disarmament, and international support, with upcoming negotiations scheduled for December 19.