Israel, Lebanon

Israel, US Discuss IDF Lebanon Pullout
Israeli officials have said Lebanese troops are not deploying fast enough in the areas Israeli troops are supposed to vacate.
Israel seeks delay in withdrawal from southern Lebanon
There are concerns in Jerusalem about whether Lebanese forces can uphold their part of the 60-day ceasefire deal.
Israel asks US for delay in withdrawal from South Lebanon
Three days before the 60-day ceasefire deadline, Israeli forces remain in position, despite American pressure to withdraw from southern Lebanon
Israel sees more to do on Lebanon ceasefire as deadline nears
Israel said on Thursday the terms of a ceasefire with Hezbollah were not being implemented fast enough and there was more work to do, while the Iran-backed group urged pressure to ensure Israeli troops leave south Lebanon by Monday as set out in the deal.
Israeli cabinet to discuss troops remaining in Lebanon as ceasefire deadline looms
Under the agreement, Israeli troops are scheduled to withdraw from southern Lebanon by January the 26th.
Israel, US discussing extending Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon
Israel’s ambassador to the United States said Thursday the two countries are in talks about extending the Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon as a deadline in the ceasefire approaches. Michael Herzog said in an interview with Israeli Army Radio that he believed Israel would "reach an understanding" with the Trump administration to extend the necessary time for the Lebanese Army to truly deploy and fulfill its role under the agreement.

Lebanon must adopt reforms, adhere to cease-fire with Israel

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Israel lobbies reluctant Trump to delay Lebanon withdrawal, Hezbollah grows impatient
But frustration over Israel's attacks is growing amongst the group's leadership. Ghaleb Abu Zeinab, a senior Hezbollah official, said on Wednesday that “Monday will be a different day” if Israeli ...
Report: Hezbollah-Israel war deepens Lebanon's acute food insecurity
The escalation of Hezbollah-Israel war in late 2024, which led to widespread destruction and large displacement, has left 30% ...
Despite truce, Israel has damaged or destroyed hundreds of buildings in Lebanon
The Israeli military also moved into dozens of new positions across southern Lebanon in the first 40 days of the ceasefire.
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Al-Arabiya journalist questioned in Lebanon for interviewing Israeli official
Ekhtiar, who interviewed Israel's Arabic-language military spokesman last year as the Gaza war raged, has divided Lebanese political opinion.
With Hezbollah Battered, Natural Gas Gives Lebanon A Chance
A key opportunity lies in Mediterranean natural gas deposits, which could provide economic relief and energy security for ...
Top Saudi diplomat to visit Lebanon for first time in 15 years
Saudi Arabia's foreign minister visits Lebanon on Thursday in the first trip to Beirut by Riyadh's top diplomat in 15 years, ...
Lebanese put hopes for recovery on their new leadership, and on Trump
After over two years of political paralysis, people in Lebanon are pinning their hopes on new President Joseph Aoun, who promises an end to instability. Many also have high hopes due to U.S. President ...
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Chief US diplomat vows 'unwavering support' for Israel
JERUSALEM: The United States' new top diplomat Marco Rubio reaffirmed the country's "unwavering support" for Israel, days into a fragile ceasefire in the Gaza Strip and a large-scale raid in the ...