Joseph Aoun
Lebanon's Aoun seeks extension of UNIFIL mandate, despite failure to prevent Hezbollah activity
Despite Aoun’s support for the UN peacekeeping forces, UNIFIL has long been criticized for failing to take action against Hezbollah’s military buildup in southern Lebanon.
IDF kills 11 in southern Lebanon after three Israeli soldiers seriously wounded in Hezbollah attack
Lebanon's parliament votes to abolish death penalty, Hezbollah votes against bill
President Aoun: Israel-Lebanon talks progressing, Israel won't remain on a single inch of Lebanon
No peace, no normalization: What Lebanon really wants - analysis
The key question is why Lebanon, which until recently boycotted Israel, labeled it an enemy and avoided any form of public engagement, is now actively seeking direct talks.
No peace, no normalization: What Lebanon really wants - analysis
The key question is why Lebanon, which until recently boycotted Israel, labeled it an enemy and avoided any form of public engagement, is now actively seeking direct talks.
Lebanon vs Hezbollah: A standoff between state sovereignty and Iranian influence - opinion
Although much weakened by Israel’s military, and other more covert operations, Hezbollah is still too powerful to be controlled by the government.
Lebanon’s internal strength tested as Iranian ambassador refuses to leave - analysis
Iran's ambassador to Lebanon, Mohammad Reza Sheibani, was expelled in mid-March for meddling in Lebanon’s internal affairs.
Iranian missile intercepted above Lebanon, shrapnel falls on towns in Beirut
The Lebanese news agency reported that shrapnel from an interception had landed over a series of towns north of Beirut and led to some light wounds.
Israel drops leaflets with QR codes over Beirut, urging action against Hezbollah
The leaflets included QR codes and references to the IDF’s Unit 504, responsible for covert and clandestine operations and often dubbed "the IDF's Mossad.
Lebanese ‘Patriotic Officers’ warn army not to confront Hezbollah, fueling fears over army unity
The unusual warning comes amid external and internal calls to dismiss current Lebanese Army Commander General Rodolphe Haykal.
Lebanon unlikely to act against Hezbollah, despite Aoun's criticism, Middle East expert says
In order to disarm and disable Hezbollah, the Lebanese government "will have to clash with it, which they were not willing to do,” Sarit Zehavi told The Jerusalem Post.
Lebanese president Joseph Aoun calls for new ceasefire with Israel, vows to disarm Hezbollah
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun’s proposed initiative included a request to establish a “complete ceasefire” with Israel and a plea for logistical support for the Lebanese Armed Forces.
Netanyahu meets with Macron, Lebanese officials, to discuss Hezbollah attacks
French President Macron reaffirmed the need for Hezbollah to immediately cease attacks and urged Prime Minister Netanyahu not to send soldiers on a ground offensive
