World·2026-04-09T18:27:32+00:00
Israel escalates strikes on Lebanon, agrees to talks after U.S.-Iran ceasefire sidelines its role
Israel has intensified military strikes against Lebanon, targeting Iran-backed Hezbollah forces, while simultaneously agreeing to diplomatic talks. This escalation follows a U.S.-Iran ceasefire agreement that excluded Israel, leading to criticism within Israel that its strategic objectives have been sidelined.
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World·2026-04-09T20:47:02+00:00
Israel to hold direct talks with Lebanon but no ceasefire, Netanyahu says
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has ordered direct talks with Lebanon, focusing on disarming Hezbollah and establishing peaceful relations, with a U.S.-hosted meeting scheduled for next week. However, Netanyahu stated there is no ceasefire in Lebanon, as Israeli military strikes continued on Thursday, targeting Hezbollah sites and prompting new evacuation warnings in Beirut that affect hospitals and shelters. The conflict has resulted in significant casualties and displacement, with over 1,800 reported killed and 1.2 million displaced in Lebanon.
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World·2026-04-10T00:00:00+00:00
Israeli strikes on Lebanon threaten ceasefire talks amid warnings from Iran
Iran's parliament speaker warns that time is running out as Israel conducts fresh strikes on Lebanon, threatening U.S.-Iran ceasefire talks. Canada has condemned the Israeli strikes and called on Hezbollah to disarm and pursue diplomatic solutions.
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