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Lebanon's Prime Minister has called for a timetable for Israeli withdrawal, while Hezbollah has criticized Beirut's approach, accusing officials of exposing the Lebanese army to risks and Israeli pressure.
Lebanon's Prime Minister has accused Israel of conducting nearly 3,500 attacks on Lebanese territory during a ceasefire period. This claim highlights ongoing tensions despite efforts to de-escalate conflict.
Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon resulted in the deaths of multiple individuals, including five family members, a Lebanese soldier, and three rescue workers in a 'double-tap' strike. Lebanon's Prime Minister condemned the attacks as 'war crimes'.
Lebanon's Prime Minister has declared he will not be intimidated by Hezbollah and has appealed to Europe for support for the Lebanese army.
A month into the conflict, Lebanon's Prime Minister states there is no end in sight to the war, while commentary suggests the global order itself is on the brink of significant change.
Lebanon's Prime Minister has stated that Iran's Revolutionary Guards are in command of Hezbollah, highlighting the extent of Iranian influence in the region.
Hezbollah has fought numerous conflicts with Israel since it was established by Iran's Revolutionary Guards in 1982
Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has announced increases in petrol and sales taxes, a move that has drawn anger from an economically frustrated public and is criticized by analysts as a regressive policy.
Lebanon's Prime Minister visited a border village damaged by Israeli actions, promising to rebuild infrastructure as a phased Israeli withdrawal from the area began.
Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam stated that Israel conducted 3,491 airstrikes, 407 controlled demolitions, and six 'razing' operations during a ceasefire period.
Lebanon's Prime Minister has accused Israel of committing a 'war crime,' citing a 'deliberate, repeated pattern targeting media workers' following the death of a journalist.
Lebanon's Prime Minister Nawaf Salam has postponed his planned visit to the US and UN, citing "current internal circumstances" and security concerns amidst rising tensions and Israeli strikes in the region.
Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati declared on Thursday that there is no end in sight to the war that has displaced one million people over the past month, as families continue to flee the conflict. Prime Minister Nawaf Salam reiterated that Lebanon is a 'victim of war' and pledged to redouble political efforts to end the conflict.
Lebanon's Prime Minister has stated that Iran's Revolutionary Guards are commanding Hezbollah's operations within Lebanon, indicating a direct link in the ongoing regional conflict.
Lebanon's Prime Minister stated that the country 'can do without' Iran's support following the perceived failure of the 'Gaza adventure'.
Lebanon's Prime Minister stated that Beirut is actively working towards a complete Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese territory. This diplomatic effort aims to resolve long-standing border disputes.
Lebanon's Prime Minister accused Israel of pursuing a 'scorched-earth policy' in the ongoing conflict, as fresh Israeli airstrikes continued to hit the country's south, collectively punishing the region and forcing people into exile.
French President Emmanuel Macron hosted Lebanon's Prime Minister, pledging financial aid for reconstruction and support for upcoming talks with Israel. Macron also urged Israel to abandon any "territorial ambitions" in Lebanon during their discussions.
Lebanon's Prime Minister has requested Pakistan to confirm the country's inclusion in ongoing truce talks, indicating efforts to broaden diplomatic engagement.
Lebanon's prime minister stated that the Iranian IRGC is commanding Hezbollah, a claim analysts agree with, further deepening political tensions within Lebanon due to the Iranian group's influence.
Lebanon's prime minister issued a warning against dragging the country into regional 'adventures,' likely referring to escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Lebanon's Prime Minister has stated that the 'Gaza adventure' did not support Gaza and that Lebanon 'can do without' Iran's support, indicating a critical stance on regional conflicts and foreign influence.