Israel-Lebanon MOU

Israel explains why it's releasing Lebanese detainees

PMO stresses the five Lebanese detainees are not terrorists, says their release comes amid efforts to recover the bodies of murdered Jewish community leaders.

Israel to release five Lebanese prisoners in US-brokered gesture

Israel to release five Lebanese POWs, following reported progress in talks over detainees, missing persons and the northern border.

US Embassy:

'Hezbollah is taking orders from Iran, it must disarm'

US Embassy in Beirut says Hezbollah must disarm, accusing the Iran-backed group of refusing talks because it is taking orders from Tehran.

'Illegitimate and illegal'

Hezbollah chief again rejects Israel-Lebanon framework

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem reiterates his rejection of the US-mediated Israel-Lebanon framework.

No man left behind

Israel's demand for Lebanon prisoner swap

Israel reportedly demands the return of Israeli prisoners’ remains as talks with Lebanon continue, with Hezbollah refusing to leave a key southern Lebanon position.

Over Israel deal

Hezbollah chief slams Lebanese government

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem criticizes Lebanese officials for "exposing the army to pressure" by implementing a US-backed framework agreement with Israel.

Report:

Four nations shortlisted to oversee Hezbollah disarmament

According to Reuters, Israel and Lebanon have agreed on four nations - Britain, Italy, Switzerland, and Indonesia - as potential foreign observers to verify Hezbollah's disarmament.

US rejects Katz’s announcement of troops in southern Lebanon

The US criticizes Defense Minister Katz’s call for a long-term presence in southern Lebanon, urging adherence to the agreed security framework.

Senior US official: Progress made in Israel-Lebanon talks in Rome

Israeli, Lebanese, delegations agreed on operational standards, verification mechanisms aimed at neutralizing Hezbollah's presence, US State Department source says.

Despite friction

US official hails 'constructive' Israel-Lebanon talks

US official praises recent Israel-Lebanon talks in Rome as constructive, finalizing pilot zone rules to verify Hezbollah disarmament despite friction.

Israel demands answers on Ron Arad, missing Jews in Lebanon talks

Lebanese media say Israel used latest round of negotiations to press for answers on Ron Arad and other Jews missing since Lebanon's civil war.

Lebanese report rules out September negotiations with Israel

Hezbollah-affiliated Lebanese network report indicates no Israel-Lebanon talks are scheduled for next month, following disagreements over pilot zones and border security.

Report:

Lebanon, Israel select nations to monitor Hezbollah disarmament

Lebanon and Israel reportedly agree on candidate countries to monitor Hezbollah's disarmament, leaving the United States to select the final verification forces.

IDF strikes Hezbollah after ceasefire violation

The IDF launched targeted strikes in southern Lebanon after accusing Hezbollah of violating the ceasefire, while reports said military officials had urged a stronger response than the one ultimately approved by Israel's political leadership.

Report: New Lebanon proposal emerges in Israel negotiations

Lebanon presents new pilot initiative during talks with Israel in Rome, focusing on two symbolic towns near the border that remain largely displaced.

Report: Israel draws red line ahead of Lebanon talks

Lebanon expected to push for ceasefire in Rome talks, as Israel warns it will seize key Hezbollah military compound if terror group won't vacate.

At the start of August

Rome to host US-led talks between Israel and Lebanon

Trilateral talks between Israel, Lebanon, and the US will take place in Rome from August 4-6 to discuss border disputes and expanding southern Lebanon security zones, says a US official.

'Safe Zone' program begins

IDF withdraws, Lebanese military takes its place

Lebanese forces begin to deploy in Zawtar al-Gharbiyeh in southern Lebanon, replacing IDF troops as part of the US-mediated deal.

Rubio backs Lebanon’s 'move towards peace' in summit with Aoun

US Secretary of State praises Lebanese President’s peace efforts and push to disarm Hezbollah during a historic Washington summit.

Landmark summit

Lebanese President heads to Washington

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun travels to Washington, marking the first visit by a Lebanese head of state since 2009.

Lebanese report:

Presidential Palace optimistic about talks with Israel

Lebanese presidential sources express optimism following talks in Rome, describing the negotiations as positive; Lebanese President Joseph Aoun reiterates commitment to diplomacy and fulfilling commitments under agreement.

Report:

IDF freezes 'sensitive' Lebanon moves at US request

Kan 11 News reports that at US request, Israel has frozen sensitive military operations in southern Lebanon to avoid expansion of the Iran conflict.

Lebanon pilot zone for territory handover to launch within days

US official confirms that the first pilot zone to transfer Lebanese territory from Israeli control to Beirut will launch in days, despite pushback over pullouts.

'I would leave'

Lebanon's President rejects Netanyahu meeting

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun firmly rejects reports of a potential meeting with Prime Minister Netanyahu, vowing to walk out if they are placed in the same room.

Tehran draws hard line on Lebanon in talks with US

Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf meets senior Hezbollah officials, affirming that backing armed proxies remains an unnegotiable "red line."

Defends Israel accord

Lebanese President vows Lebanese Army control over sovereign land

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun defends the US-mediated framework with Israel, asserting it empowers the domestic army despite fierce pushback from Hezbollah.

Haskel urges Lebanon: End ban on contact with Israelis

Deputy Foreign Minister Sharren Haskel responds to Lebanon agreement, says first step before normalization with Lebanon needs to be decriminalizing ties with Israel.

Lebanese President:

'Israel framework the only alternative to endless war'

President Joseph Aoun says the US-mediated framework with Israel is Lebanon's best option.

Netanyahu's goal: Peace with Lebanon

At ceremony marking 20 years since Second Lebanon War, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu vows Israel will remain in security zone as long as necessary, says Israel ultimately wants peace between the two countries.

Marc Zell:

Trump hasn't abandoned us - he just needs to win in November

Republicans Overseas Israel chairman Marc Zell says agreement with Iran 'not a peace agreement' and 'not binding.' Op-ed.

Herzog in Romania: Lebanon deal could pave way for peace

Israeli President Isaac Herzog meets Romanian counterpart President Nicușor Dan, praising Israel-Lebanon framework agreement and urging Europe to reject boycotts of Israel and support regional stability.

Lebanese Army to deploy in two cities, under US supervision

CENTCOM chief to supervise Lebanese Army deployment in two cities, in line with pilot program to determine whether Lebanon can thwart Hezbollah from regaining its strength.

Lindsey Graham:

'Israel-Lebanon deal a giant step forward for peace'

Senator Lindsey Graham and Ambassador Mike Huckabee praise the US-mediated Israel-Lebanon agreement, hailing it as a historic victory despite ongoing threats from Hezbollah.

Lebanese Speaker vows: Israel-Lebanon accord will not pass

Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri rejects the trilateral framework agreement with Israel and the US, calling it an unenforceable document of "dictates."

Aoun presses Trump to force Israeli withdrawal after pact signed

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun speaks with US President Donald Trump, requesting US pressure on Israel to withdraw forces following new agreement.

Hezbollah chief: Agreement with Israel embarrasses Lebanon

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem slams newly-signed Israel-Lebanon agreement, promises to continue pushing for Israeli withdrawal from Lebanon.

Ambassador Leiter:

'The final destination - peace between our countries'

Israeli Ambassador to the US Yechiel Leiter comments on signing of framework agreement between Israel and Lebanon, says the ultimate goal is peace between the two countries.

'Without us, nothing will pass’

Hezbollah denounces Israel-Lebanon agreement

Hezbollah condemns the newly signed Israel-Lebanon framework agreement, calling the Lebanese government illegitimate and vowing to block the implementation of the deal on the ground.

Israel and Lebanon sign historic security framework agreement

Israel and Lebanon sign historic, US-backed framework agreement in Washington aimed at removing Iranian influence and disarming Hezbollah.