Netanyahu announces negotiations with Lebanon after U.S. pressure
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Netanyahu announces negotiations with Lebanon after U.S. pressure
"Iran claims Lebanon was part of the ceasefire deal, stating that the U.S. and Israel are now in violation, which may lead to abandoning peace talks."
"Israel massively escalated its offensive in Lebanon after the ceasefire was agreed, with strikes resulting in at least 254 fatalities according to Lebanese Civil Defense."
"Netanyahu stated that direct negotiations with Lebanon will focus on disarming Hezbollah and establishing peaceful relations, appreciating the Lebanese prime minister's call to demilitarize Beirut."
"An Israeli official clarified that there is no ceasefire in Lebanon and that negotiations with the Lebanese government will begin in the coming days."
Iran asserts that Lebanon was part of a ceasefire agreement, which the U.S. and Israel refute, claiming no ceasefire exists regarding Israel's actions against Hezbollah. Following the ceasefire, Israel intensified its military operations, resulting in significant casualties. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu announced plans to initiate direct negotiations with Lebanon, focusing on disarming Hezbollah and fostering peaceful relations. An Israeli official confirmed that no ceasefire is in place, and negotiations with the Lebanese government are set to commence soon.
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