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Iran ready for war with US but open to negotiations, FM Araghchi says in Beirut

Abbas Araghchi, speaking during a press conference in Beirut, added that the purpose of his visit to Lebanon was to discuss Israel's "challenges and threats" to regional security.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi meets with his Egyptian counterpart and the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in Cairo on September 9, 2025.
IDF soldiers operating in the Gaza Strip, August 1, 2025.

What challenges will Israel face in the Middle East in the upcoming year? - analysis

Hezbollah supporters attend a ceremony held by Hezbollah to commemorate the first anniversary of their late leader Hassan Nasrallah's killing by Israel, on the outskirts of Beirut, Lebanon, September 27, 2025

Majority of Hezbollah terrorists 'work with Israel,' Lebanese operative claims in N12 interview

 People celebrate what they say is Iran's victory, after U.S. President Donald Trump announced a ceasefire between Israel and Iran, in Beirut, Lebanon June 25, 2025.

Israeli reporter recalls undercover visit to Hezbollah's Dahiyeh bastion in Beirut's heart - report


Iran vows to help rebuild Lebanon, potentially boosting Hezbollah - analysis

This is an important meeting because it shows Iran is seeking to redouble efforts to involve itself in Lebanon after it saw setbacks last year in Israel’s war on Hezbollah and the fall of Assad.

 Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi shakes hands with Lebanese Foreign Minister Youssef Rajji as he leaves the foreign ministry in Beirut, Lebanon June 3, 2025.

Lebanon purges Hezbollah staff from Beirut airport in fatal blow to terror group's smuggling - WSJ

Recent efforts have seen 50 pounds of gold prevented from reaching the hands of Hezbollah.

Members of the Lebanese army walk near Beirut international airport, Lebanon, February 15, 2025

IDF strikes Hezbollah tunnel network in southern Lebanon

Lebanon and Hezbollah had agreed to a ceasefire in November, which halted the fighting and mandated that southern Lebanon be free of Hezbollah fighters and weapons.

 Smoke billows from Nabatieh district, following Israeli strikes, according to two Lebanese security sources, as seen from Marjayoun, in southern Lebanon, May 8, 2025.

Is Lebanon dismantling Hezbollah? Beware of premature conclusions - opinion

The Lebanese president reportedly stated on April 16 that he plans to disarm Hezbollah this year, to which the terror group responded with a firm 'No.'

 Lebanese President Joseph Aoun attends a joint press conference with French President Emmanuel Macron, at the Elysee Palace in Paris, France, March 28, 2025.

WATCH: Precision strike on Israel: Why did the IDF risk a high-stakes strike against Hezbollah?

IDF sources implied to The Jerusalem Post that air force strikes in Beirut indicated a more serious threat in Lebanon.

 IDF strikes Hezbollah finance infrastructure in Beirut.

Israel not involved in Iran port explosion, in touch with US over nuclear deal

Israel "maintains a dialogue with the Americans" over nuclear deal talks with Iran, a political source told The Jerusalem Post.

People walk after an explosion at the Shahid Rajaee port in Bandar Abbas, Iran, April 26, 2025

IDF targets high-quality Hezbollah weapons in Beirut building, US aware in advance

The strike in Lebanon was a risky move that would only be taken due to a much more dangerous and unusual threat, defense sources indicated.

 Smoke billows over Beirut's southern suburbs, following an Israeli strike after issuing an evacuation warning for the area, as seen from Baabda, Lebanon, April 27, 2025.

Hezbollah ready to lay down weapons if Israel withdraws from Lebanon, official says

"Hezbollah is ready to discuss the matter of its arms if Israel withdraws from the five points and halts its aggression against Lebanese," the senior official said.

 Hezbollah flags flutter as protesters, mainly Houthi supporters, rally to show support to Palestinians in the Gaza Strip and Lebanon's Hezbollah, in Sanaa, Yemen September 27, 2024.

Iran resumes smuggling arms to Hezbollah via Beirut’s port

A recent report claimed that Iran has been relying on direct maritime smuggling routes to Lebanon or through an intermediary country.

 Beirut Port, one of the largest and busiest ports in the Eastern Mediterranean, shows traces of Beirut 2020 port explosion on October 10, 2024 in Beirut, Lebanon. The city, which located on the eastern Mediterranean coast, has a population of over 1.5 million.

Lebanese judge questions Hezbollah-affiliated security officials over Beirut port blast - report

Maj. Gen. Abbas Ibrahim, who is reported to have connections with the Iran-backed Hezbollah terror group, has previously claimed he is immune from prosecution.

The Beirut Port after Tuesday’s explosion that killed at least 157 and wounded more than 5,000