Joseph Aoun
US 'does not expect Israel to absorb' Hezbollah attacks, signals green light for IDF escalation
On Sunday, two sources told the Post that senior Israeli officials had appealed to senior US officials to allow the IDF to expand its operations in Beirut.
The bid to recapture Lebanon’s sovereignty - opinion
Hezbollah may return to political assassinations as control over Lebanon weakens, expert says
US says Aoun-Netanyahu meeting could help restore Lebanese control in southern Lebanon
Lebanon's President Aoun says country ready for agreement to end Israeli strikes - AP
Aoun added that talks would also involve the IDF withdrawing from the five outposts in Lebanese territory, where the military said in they would each be manned by a company of troops.
'Ready to negotiate with Israel': Lebanon seeks US help amid tensions - report
“That’s a puzzle for me. They ask for negotiations, and when we show readiness, they don’t agree to the rendezvous,” said Lebanon’s Prime Minister Nawaf Salam.
Lebanon's Aoun drags feet on disarming Hezbollah but speeds ahead on Israeli withdrawal - analysis
After a high-level visit by US officials, including senior director for counterterrorism Sebastian Gorka, this week, the Lebanese leadership continues to appear to be dragging its feet on disarmament.
Christian Lebanon MP expresses support for negotiations with Israel to avoid border conflict
Samy Gemayel said he would back negotiations even if they required the involvement of President Joseph Aoun, emphasizing that the priority must be to end the war and preserve Lebanon’s sovereignty.
As Hezbollah rearms and Lebanon's government stalls, Israel looks to its North
BEHIND THE LINES: Although the IDF has greatly weakened Hezbollah, the Iranian terror proxy is replenishing and recruiting to combat disarmament efforts.
Hezbollah says will support Lebanese army, has 'legitimate right to resist' Israel
"We affirm our legitimate right to resist occupation and aggression and to stand by our army and our people to protect the sovereignty of our country," Hezbollah said.
If Israel handles it right, rare Middle East diplomatic openings could reshape region - editorial
The stick has been wielded effectively. Now it’s time to see if the carrot can be just as powerful.
Lebanon, Hezbollah agree on civilian involvement in peace talks with Israel - report
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, Parliament speaker Nabih Berri, and Prime Minister Nawaf Salam have all reportedly approved the plan.
Lebanon, US envoy clash over Israeli strikes and Hezbollah's role
US envoy Morgan Ortagus meets Lebanon’s leaders to discuss Israeli strikes, Hezbollah disarmament, and efforts to stabilize the region.
Iran exploits strike on Hamas in Qatar to slam Israel - analysis
Iranian officials are seizing the opportunity created by global condemnation of Israel's strike on Hamas leaders to bolster regional alliances.
