Why Lebanon’s Government Has Struggled to Contain Hezbollah
Lebanon’s government has been caught between Western demands to disarm the Shiite Muslim militant group and fears of inflaming sectarian tensions.
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Donald Trump claims to have ended a 10th war – but will the Lebanon ceasefire hold?
Lasting peace depends on resolving a border dispute dating back to 2000 and dealing with Hezbollah’s weaponsMiddle East crisis – live updatesIsrael’s security cabinet first heard about the ceasefire with Lebanon from a social media post by Donald Trump…
‘I Just Want to Be Back’: Thousands Rush South in Lebanon Under Cease-Fire
Lebanese people who had been displaced by fighting expressed a mix of excitement and uncertainty about a pause in Israel’s campaign against Hezbollah.
In northern Israel, relief at the cease-fire is overshadowed by unease.
Residents are wary that the truce may offer only a temporary reprieve after weeks of rocket fire by Hezbollah.
Israel-Lebanon Cease-Fire: What to Know
The pause in fighting would remove a major hindrance to the U.S.-Iran peace talks, if it holds.
Lebanon’s Cease-Fire Buys Time, Not a Way Out
The country’s leadership secured a truce through risky talks with Israel, but the government now finds itself caught between competing pressures.
Lebanon Cease-Fire Leaves Netanyahu in an Uncomfortable Spot
Most Israelis wanted the fight against Hezbollah to continue. But Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s critics say he is showing that he cannot, or will not, stand up to President Trump.
Lebanon Cease-Fire Leaves Netanyahu in an Uncomfortable Spot
Most Israelis wanted the fight against Hezbollah to continue. But Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s critics say he is showing that he cannot, or will not, stand up to President Trump.
Hope and Caution as Lebanon-Israel Cease-Fire Begins
Celebrations broke out in Lebanon after its government agreed to a 10-day cease-fire with Israel. In both Israel and Lebanon, some people remained wary that the truce would hold.
Pakistan’s Precarious Balancing Act Amid Gulf Escalation
In late 2025, Pakistan entered into a mutual defence agreement with Saudi Arabia, binding both parties to provide military support should either come under attack.This arrangement now faces its first serious test as Iran intensifies missile and drone strikes against Saudi targets, raising the prospect of Pakistan being compelled to honour its commitment.Should the conflict continue to escalate,