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Lebanese President Aoun Calls for Consensus on Hezbollah Disarmament as Israeli Strikes Escalate

Amid ongoing ceasefire violations, the Lebanese army thwarts a rocket attack, while Israeli airstrikes kill two civilians and a Hezbollah deputy leader.

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Overview

  • President Joseph Aoun emphasizes the need for a consensus-driven approach to disarming Hezbollah, aiming to complete the process by the end of 2025.
  • Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem rejects disarmament, labeling it a move that would weaken Lebanon and serve Israeli interests.
  • The Lebanese army successfully intercepted a rocket attack on Israel, confiscating munitions and detaining suspects in southern Lebanon.
  • Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon killed two civilians and targeted a senior Hezbollah figure accused of smuggling weapons and funds.
  • Under the November 2024 ceasefire, Israel was supposed to withdraw from southern Lebanon but has retained strategic positions and continues near-daily strikes.