Israel and Lebanon plan to sign a framework agreement on Friday after four days of negotiations in Washington, mediated by the Trump administration, Israeli and Lebanese officials told Axios. Why it matters: The signing is a significant diplomatic breakthrough, but it's unclear how much of it can be implemented as long as Hezbollah is still armed and influential in the country. Breaking it down: The framework agreement describes a path for a future peace agreement and includes immediate steps on the ground the parties will take. - One such step is the launching of two "pilot projects" where the Israeli military is to withdraw from small areas it currently occupies and the Lebanese army is to deploy there. - One of those areas is north…
Israel and Lebanon agreed to implement a full ceasefire, contingent on Hezbollah halting attacks and withdrawing its operatives from the area south of the Litani River, according to a joint statement from the U.S., Israel and Lebanon. Why it matters: Hezbollah has already said it would agree to a full ceasefire, but it is unclear if the Shia militia will accept the term agreed on by Israel and the Lebanese government. This is a developing story. Check back for updates
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israeli ground forces had crossed Lebanon’s Litani River, as military officials from the two countries were set to meet for U.S.-brokered talks.
Israel attacked multiple key crossings on Lebanon's Litani River allegedly used by Hezbollah, its military said Tuesday. It said it would stay in the region and control bridges and the security zone surrounding the river. NewsNation's Robert Sherman joins "NewsNation Live" with the latest. Get a fast-paced look at the latest from the border to Main Street to the White House on "NewsNation Live" with Connell McShane. Weekdays starting at 3p/2C. NewsNation is your source for fact-based, unbiased news for all Americans.
PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Israel announced plans to take control of a significant buffer zone in southern Lebanon. WHO WAS INVOLVED: Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), and Hezbollah. WHEN & WHERE: Southern Lebanon, as of March 24, 2026. KEY QUOTE: “The principle is clear: there is terror and missiles, no […] The post Israel Confirms Plan to Seize Southern Lebanon. appeared first on The National Pulse .
PULSE POINTS WHAT HAPPENED: Israel announced plans to take control of a significant buffer zone in southern Lebanon. WHO WAS INVOLVED: Israeli Defence Minister Israel Katz, the Israel Defense Forces (IDF), and Hezbollah. WHEN & WHERE: Southern Lebanon, as of March 24, 2026. KEY QUOTE: “The principle is clear: there is terror and missiles, no homes and no residents – and the IDF is inside.” – Israel Katz IMPACT: Over a million people displaced, potential humanitarian crisis, and increased regional tensions. IN FULL Israel’s Defense Minister, Israel Katz, has announced that country intends to seize a substantial buffer zone across southern Lebanon as part of its broader military operations aimed at Hezbollah . This protective…Open
Israel should extend its border with Lebanon up to the Litani River deep inside the country's south, Israel's finance minister said on Monday as Israeli troops bombed bridges and destroyed homes in the area in an escalating military assault.
The French government has drafted a proposal to end the war in Lebanon that would require the Lebanese government to take the unprecedented step of recognizing Israel , three sources familiar with the details told Axios. - Israel and the U.S. are reviewing the proposal. Why it matters: The French framework could help de-escalate the war , prevent a prolonged Israeli occupation of southern Lebanon, increase international pressure to disarm Hezbollah and open the door to a historic peace deal. - The Lebanese government has accepted the plan as a basis for peace talks, deeply alarmed that the renewed war — triggered by Hezbollah's rocket attacks on Israel — could devastate the country. Driving the news: Israel is planning to…
Israel is planning to significantly expand its ground operation in Lebanon , aiming to seize the entire area south of the Litani River and dismantle Hezbollah's military infrastructure, Israeli and U.S. officials say. Why it matters: This could be the largest Israeli ground invasion of its northern neighbor since 2006, dragging Lebanon to the epicenter of the escalating war with Iran . - "We are going to do what we did in Gaza," a senior Israeli official said, referring to the flattening of buildings Israel says Hezbollah uses to store weapons and launch attacks. The big picture: An operation of this size and scale could lead to a prolonged Israeli occupation of southern Lebanon. - Lebanon's government is deeply alarmed that the renewed…
