Lebanon

Lebanon Jails Former Pro-Syrian Minister

Former adviser to Bashar Assad given 4.5 year prison sentence for terrorism.

Official: Hezbollah Hiding 100,000 Rockets in Civilian Areas

Military intelligence official states that Iran's funding of the terror group heightens threat of another war, warns of civilian casualties.

Syria: Hezbollah, Regime Forces Battle Rebels in Qalamoun

Pro-Assad forces report slight gains in battles against rebel 'Army of Conquest', but Al Qaeda's Nusra Front denies Hezbollah gains.

Nasrallah: If Assad Falls, Hezbollah Will Fall

Hezbollah leader reaffirms support for Assad regime, telling senior Lebanese politician his group's very survival is at stake.

Syria Rebel Victories Leave Lebanon Increasingly Isolated

Seizure of last border crossing into Syria by rebels chokes off Lebanese; 'We have become an island.'

How the Syrian Civil War United Rock Music with Lebanon

Syrian rock bands fleeing war are finding refuge in Lebanon, and are revitalizing the rock scene while pushing their music to new levels.

France Begins to Provide Weapons to Lebanon

First French weapons from a $3 billion Saudi-funded program to arrive in Lebanon on Monday.

Syria's Latest Blow on Lebanon: Goat Plague

1.5 million refugees fleeing war have come into Lebanon with unvaccinated livestock, bringing with them lumpy skin disease and others.

Israeli Source Acknowledges IDF Fire Killed Spanish UN Soldier

UNIFIL peacekeeper killed in gunbattle with Hezbollah died from Israeli fire, security source says; IDF working to avoid future incidents.

Palestinian Camp in Lebanon a Breeding Ground for Jihadists

Lebanon's Ain al-Helweh camp causing growing concern, as even official Palestinian 'security forces' fear to enter.

Leaked Report: Spanish Peacekeepers Accuse IDF of Targeting Them

Confidential Spanish military report into death of soldier during IDF-Hezbollah clashes cites troops claiming their post was targeted.

Ashkenazi: Hamas, Hezbollah Can't Conquer Negev, Galilee

Former IDF Chief of Staff Gabi Ashkenazi said that despite the increased risk of terrorism, Israel is much safer today than it was in 1967.

3 Arrested for Returning Syrian Army Defectors to Assad's Regime

Three Lebanese men abducted Syrian refugees and threw them back into the war zone, authorities say.

'Hezbollah Cannot Take the Galilee'

Despite IDF estimates, Israel's enemies are far weaker now than in 1967, Lt. Gen. Gabi Ashkenazi opines.

Report: Slain Hezbollah Commander Planned 'High Profile' Attacks

Details emerge on the activities of Jihad Mughniyeh, Hezbollah's 'commander of the Golan Heights' killed in an Israeli missile strike.

Expert: Syria is Splitting Apart, And Obama Shouldn't Stop It

Pinhas Inbari says that Syria is breaking apart, despite the desire to end the war with a strong government in Damascus.

Military Officials Say Hezbollah on the Brink of War

Hezbollah terrorists stroll along the border openly filming patrols, have taken Shi'ite towns, experts say - and a war will cost billions.

'ISIS Destroyed Christian Civilization and the World Watches'

Silent Christian expulsion from Syria; thousands of traumatized Assyrian Christians flee to harsh conditions in Lebanon.

Fugitive Lebanese Islamist 'To Surrender'

Former wedding-singer-turned-Islamist returns to 'normal life', possibly after deal with Lebanese security organizations.

NY Times: Netanyahu Speech 'Exploitative Political Theater'

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu's speech on Iran 'offered nothing of substance that was new,' the New York Times intoned Thursday.

Report: Hezbollah Antitank Attack Was Preventable

Initial investigation reveals that Military Intelligence warned the Northern Command about retaliatory attack which killed 2 soldiers.

Almost 75% of Lebanese Street Children are Syrian Refugees

Research shows Lebanese street urchins nearly all Syrian, working on street to support families in Syria instead of schooling.

How Hezbollah Assassinated Hariri And Conquered Lebanon

Ten years after prime minister assassinated, Lebanon went from Saudi ally to Iranian puppet - but how did it all happen?

US Military Arming Lebanon Against ISIS

$25 million worth of military aid from Washington to Beirut for war on Syrian rebels. But could US equipment end up in the wrong hands?

Syrian FM: Hezbollah a 'Big Help' to Us on Golan

Israel will be unsuccessful in keeping Hezbollah off the Golan Heights, Syrian Foreign Minister Walid al-Muallem said Sunday.

Iranian Commander: We Helped 'Palestine' Produce Missiles

Senior Iranian commander boasts that Tehran has provided Israel's enemies with the needed know-how to produce missiles.

IDF Chief of Staff Gantz: Entire Middle East is Upside Down

The instability in Lebanon, the IDF Chief of Staff said, was a good example of how the old order in the Middle East was being eroded.

IDF Chief of Staff Gantz: Do Not Underestimate Our Enemies

Speaking at IDC Herzliya, IDF Chief of Staff Benny Gantz addresses threats to Israel and the need for peace negotiations to calm the region.

Galilee Residents Still Fear Hezbollah Tunnel Attack

Chairman of northern moshav Zar'it, Yossi Adoni says residents continue to fear tunnels and calls on IDF to increase security in area.

Spain and Israel to Investigate Death of Soldier in Lebanon

Spain and Israel agree to carry out a joint investigation into the death of a Spanish UN peacekeeper who was killed in Lebanon.

Nasrallah Warns Israel: We Don't Want War, But Don't Test Us

Hezbollah chief threatens Israel that the conflict could go beyond Lebanon's borders in any new war.

'The Last Thing Hezbollah Needs is a Second Front'

Hezbollah has 100,000 rockets compared to Hamas's 10,000 at the start of last summer's war - but it isn't interested in a war right now.

Canada Condemns Hezbollah Attack On 'Region's Only Democracy'

Canadian FM John Baird calls Hezbollah a 'brutal terror group bent on Israel's destruction'; supports Israel's right to self-defense.

IDF Resumes Search for Hezbollah Tunnels

After a temporary shut down, following Hezbollah's attack on an IDF convoy Wednesday, soldiers resume scanning the area for terror tunnels.

Spain Says Israel Responsible for Death of UN Peacekeeper

Spain says Israeli fire killed a Spanish UN peacekeeper in south Lebanon, calls to investigate the violence.

Watch: Lebanese Reporter Throws Rock at Israeli Border

A Lebanese reporter filmed herself throwing a stone towards the Israeli border, claiming she was "retaliating" against the IDF.

Ya'alon Warns: Israel Has 'Zero Tolerance' For Terror

Defense Minister Moshe Ya'alon warns: attacks from 'rogue states' will not be tolerated, especially after successful IAF strike.

UN Security Council Calls Emergency Meeting Over Lebanon

UNIFIL to hold hearing on antitank missile attack on Israeli soil amid fears of an impending war.

US Stands By Israel with Hezbollah Response

Washington expresses support for Israel's 'legitimate right to self-defense' after Hezbollah missile attack kills two soldiers.

IDF: Struggle for Security in the North is Ongoing

'This is a long struggle for the security of the State of Israel,' IDF says - but still encourages residents to return to daily lives.

Killed IDF Soldiers Named

Soldiers killed in today's Hezbollah attack identified as Maj. Yohai Kalangel and Sgt. Dor Nini.

'Hezbollah Started this Round, They Should Know Better'

MKs and party leaders urge strong IDF response to Hezbollah attack Wednesday night, say Israel must provide deterrence.

Fearful of Response, Lebanese Slam Hezbollah for Israel Attacks

Many Lebanese say they are tired of Hezbollah using the country's territory to attack Israel – because they are the ones who pay the price.

Netanyahu Warns Hezbollah 'Look What Happened to Hamas'

Netanyahu holds emergency meeting over Hezbollah attack on Har Dov, as airports and sites close in north.

Ya'alon Warns Hezbollah: We Won't Tolerate Attacks

Hezbollah, Syria will be held responsible for attacks, Defense Minister warns, amid 'largest buildup since Second Lebanon War.'

Northern border tensions

IDF: Security Situation in the Galilee Calmed

Residents of Rehes Ramim told to stay indoors as IDF scan for infiltrators; IDF says threat has been neutralized.

Northern Residents Forced to Find Investors to Do IDF's Job

Western Galilee residents say that the IDF has been ignoring reports of Hezbollah terror tunnels - and have decided to act.

Miss Lebanon in Hot Water Over 'Selfie' with Miss Israel

After a photo of her emerges with Miss Israel, Miss Lebanon claims the Israeli "photobombed" her.

Report: Hezbollah Nearing Bankruptcy

Hezbollah's woes worsen as Newsweek report claims Lebanese terror group on the verge of bankruptcy after oil prices plummet.

High Court Throws Out Lebanese Terrorist's Suit Against Israel

Court rejects suit of terrorist who abducted Ron Arad, claimed torture during Israeli custody and then promptly returned to terror.

Cannon barrage for Hezbollah

Watch: IDF Prepares for Hezbollah's 'Invasion'

The same day Nasrallah threatens to conquer the Galilee, IDF Artillery Corps drills on Golan to turn Lebanese terrorists into cannon fodder.

Nasrallah Vows Attack on Israel 'For Syria Strikes'

Hezbollah head restates threats to conquer Galilee in back-to-back interview, says his group, Syria and Iran will 'respond' to Israel.

Suicide Bomber Kills 7 in Northern Lebanon

Suicide bomber blows himself up in a crowded cafe in the northern Lebanese city of Tripoli. Al-Nusra Front claims responsibility.

Fierce Winter Snowstorm Lashes Israel's Neighbors Too

Beirut airport briefly shuts down as schools throughout Lebanon closed; Jordan ships snowplows to Palestinian Authority.

Lebanon Restricts Flood of Syrian Refugees

Over one million Syrian refugees have flooded into Lebanon since the civil war began, and Lebanon can no longer handle more.

Accusations Against Bennett 'A Load of Nonsense'

Following claim he is to blame for civilian deaths in Lebanon, Shin Bet has increased security around Jewish Home Chairman Naftali Bennett.

Iranian Soldiers Photographed on Lebanon-Israel Border

Iran's military published photos of soldiers on Israel's border with the message: 'with Allah's help, we will trample their bodies.'

UNGA Demands Israel Pay for Oil Spill in Lebanon During 2006 War

Non-binding resolution claims Israel caused massive oil spill from airstrike during 2006 war; Israel rejects biased resolution.

Lebanon: Popular Children's Magazine Touts Martyrdom

Hezbollah children's magazine, with 30K issue per month circulation, provides practical terror tips, how to dodge land mines.

IDF Engineering Chief: No Hezbollah Tunnels Under Lebanon Border

Lt. Oshri Lugasy, top member of IDF Engineering Corps., says it's 'unlikely' Hezbollah has dug tunnels into Israel.