Lebanon's President Calls for Full Ceasefire Implementation Before Talks with Israel
Lebanon President says Israel must fully implement truce as strikes continue
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Lebanese President Joseph Aoun emphasized that Israel must fully adhere to the ceasefire before any direct negotiations can take place. This statement follows recent Israeli airstrikes that resulted in over 20 casualties in Lebanon, amidst ongoing tensions involving Hezbollah.
- 01Lebanese President Joseph Aoun insists on full ceasefire compliance by Israel.
- 02Recent Israeli strikes have killed more than 20 people in Lebanon.
- 03Hezbollah has been involved in escalating tensions since March 2.
- 04Israeli and Lebanese representatives have met twice in Washington for talks.
- 05Hezbollah has rejected these discussions, complicating the peace process.
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On April 29, 2026, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun stated that Israel must fully implement the ceasefire before any direct negotiations can commence. This call for compliance comes in the wake of Israeli airstrikes that have reportedly killed over 20 individuals in Lebanon over the past two days. The conflict has escalated since Hezbollah's involvement in the West Asia war on March 2, leading to unprecedented meetings between Israeli and Lebanese representatives in Washington, which have not occurred in decades. However, Hezbollah has categorically rejected these discussions, creating further complications in the peace process.
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The ongoing violence and the call for a ceasefire directly affect the safety and security of Lebanese citizens, especially those in conflict zones.
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