Joseph Aoun
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Joseph Aoun, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Lebanese Prime Minister Calls for Sole State Military Authority in South Lebanon Amid Hezbollah Tensions
Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam visited Tyre and asserted that southern Lebanon must be under the sole authority of the Lebanese state, rejecting Hezbollah's independent milit…
Lebanese President Urges UNIFIL Troops to Stay Amid Tensions with Israel and Hezbollah
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun called for extending the UNIFIL peacekeeping mission in southern Lebanon beyond its planned 2026 withdrawal, accusing Israel of pushing for its remo…
Trump Pushes Israel to Advance Middle East Deals Despite Political Risks
Donald Trump is pressing Israel to proceed with key Middle East diplomatic initiatives despite concerns that Israeli elections might delay progress. The U.S. administration fears…
IDF Strikes Hezbollah Targets in Lebanon Following Terror Attacks Amid US-Mediated Talks
The IDF struck Hezbollah targets in southern Lebanon after a drone attack wounded Israeli soldiers, killing key militants. The escalation threatens US-mediated Israel-Lebanon talk…
Iranian Parliament Speaker Confirms Direct Contact with Hezbollah Fighters on Lebanon Front
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf confirmed direct contact with Hezbollah fighters on Lebanon's front lines and highlighted Tehran's involvement in Lebanese affair…
Hezbollah Attack in Southern Lebanon Wounds Three Israeli Soldiers, IDF Kills Terror Commander Using Family as Human Shields
Israel and Lebanon Conclude Key Talks in Rome on Pilot Zones and Security Cooperation
Israel and Lebanon concluded a three-day negotiation in Rome, agreeing on operational plans for pilot zones and security cooperation, with U.S. diplomatic leadership. The U.S. opp…
Lebanese President Reports Progress in Negotiations with Israel Amid Reduced Attacks
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun announced progress in talks with Israel, highlighting reduced Israeli attacks and advocating peaceful resolution. He reaffirmed Lebanon's demands fo…
Hezbollah Faces Pressure as Israel Tightens Control Around Tel Ali Al-Taher in Lebanon
Israel and Lebanon's talks stall over Hezbollah disarmament demands as the IDF tightens control around Tel Ali Al-Taher, pressuring Hezbollah fighters in tunnels to surrender or f…
Tensions Escalate as Israel-Lebanon Talks Stall Amid Drone Attack
Israel-Lebanon peace talks are delayed amid heightened tensions after Hezbollah launched an explosive drone at Israeli forces near Beaufort. Lebanon protests Israel's refusal to e…
Israel-Lebanon Talks Delayed Amid Rising Tensions and Hezbollah Drone Attack
Rising tensions have delayed Israel-Lebanon negotiations, with Lebanon protesting over withdrawal zones and Israel accusing Hezbollah of ceasefire violations, including a recent d…
Israel Proposes Civilian Prisoner Exchange to Lebanon in Latest Peace Talks
In recent peace talks in Rome, Israel proposed exchanging Lebanese civilian prisoners for Jewish remains from Lebanon, excluding Hezbollah militants from negotiations. The Lebanes…
Turkey Expands Military and Humanitarian Influence in Lebanon Amid Regional Tensions
Turkey has deepened its military and humanitarian involvement in Lebanon, providing ongoing support to Lebanese forces and civilians amid regional instability. High-level visits i…
Israel Demands Information on Missing Jews and Ron Arad in Lebanon Talks in Rome
In Rome, Israel demanded Lebanon provide information on missing Lebanese Jews and Ron Arad during negotiations. Lebanon views these demands as unrealistic but acknowledged progres…
Turkey Proposes Coordinated Plan with Iran to Relocate Hezbollah’s Heavy Weapons in Lebanon
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan have discussed a plan for Hezbollah to transfer its heavy weapons to Iran, linked to Israel’s full withdr…
Lebanese President Reports Positive Progress in Negotiations with Israel on Borders and Prisoners
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun updated his government on positive progress in talks with Israel over border disputes and Lebanese prisoners, with the US expected to assist on ceas…
Israeli Minister Yitzhak Veselov Calls Lebanon Pilot Program Naive, Urges Military Action Against Hezbollah
Israeli Minister Yitzhak Veselov condemned the pilot program with Lebanon as naive, doubting Lebanon's ability to disarm Hezbollah and calling for stronger IDF military action aga…
IDF Strikes Southern Lebanon After Hezbollah Violates Ceasefire Amid Ongoing Israel-Lebanon Talks
The IDF struck southern Lebanon after Hezbollah breached the ceasefire, killing one and injuring 12 in Tabbaneh. This occurred amid Israel-Lebanon talks in Rome, where Lebanon’s f…
Lebanese Prime Minister and Hezbollah Leader Clash Amid Israel-Lebanon Talks in Rome
Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati and Hezbollah leader Naeem Qassem engaged in a rare public dispute amid renewed Israel-Lebanon talks in Rome. Qassem condemned the negotiation…
Lebanese Foreign Minister Excluded from Israel-Lebanon Talks Over Hezbollah Stance
Lebanese Foreign Minister Joseph Aoun Regie has been excluded from Lebanon-Israel peace talks due to his opposition to Hezbollah. President Michel Aoun and Prime Minister Najib Mi…
Hezbollah Declares Clear Enemies in Lebanon Amid Rising Pressure to Disarm
Hezbollah has reaffirmed its refusal to disarm amid growing Lebanese pressure and criticized a U.S.-backed framework agreement with Israel. Lebanese officials and media report Isr…
Erdogan Seeks to Deploy Turkish Troops in South Lebanon to Replace UNIFIL Peacekeepers
Turkish President Erdogan plans to send troops to southern Lebanon to replace the UNIFIL peacekeeping force after its mandate ends this year. This follows Lebanese President Aoun'…
Lebanese President Condemns Israeli Airstrikes on Hezbollah Tunnels as Dangerous Escalation
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned Israeli airstrikes on Hezbollah tunnels in southern Lebanon, calling them a dangerous escalation that caused a 3.8 magnitude earthquake an…
Turkey Proposes Deploying Troops on Israel-Lebanon Border to Replace UNIFIL
Turkish President Erdogan announced Turkey's intention to replace UNIFIL by deploying troops on the Israel-Lebanon border as part of a new security initiative. The UN peacekeeping…
Hezbollah Launches Explosive Drone at IDF Engineering Vehicle in South Lebanon
Hezbollah launched an explosive drone at an IDF engineering vehicle in southern Lebanon, causing damage but no injuries. The IDF destroyed a nearby underground Hezbollah command p…
Hezbollah Attempts to Reopen Terror-Linked Bank Branches in Southern Lebanon Amid Local Opposition
Hezbollah is attempting to reopen branches of its terrorist-linked bank in southern Lebanon despite local opposition and repeated Israeli strikes. The Lebanese government has take…
US Warns Hezbollah of Severe Consequences Ahead of Israel-Lebanon Talks in Rome
Ahead of Israel-Lebanon talks in Rome, the US warns Hezbollah of harsh retaliation if it attacks Israel, while both sides dispute who will oversee a new security pilot zone in sou…
Rome to Host New US-Sponsored Israel-Lebanon Talks to Stabilize Northern Border
Rome will host US-sponsored talks between Israel and Lebanon from August 4 to 6 to advance border security and expand Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon. The discussions fol…
Lebanon Cracks Down on Hezbollah's Funding and Smuggling Networks at Borders and Ports
Since early 2025, Lebanon has intensified controls at ports, the airport, and border crossings to disrupt Hezbollah's smuggling and funding networks, significantly weakening the g…
US Expands Target List in Iran to Include Infrastructure in Prolonged Pressure Campaign
The US is expanding its target list in Iran to include critical infrastructure as part of a prolonged campaign to pressure the regime. This strategy aims to wear down Iran gradual…
Lebanese Foreign Minister Urges Disarmament of Hezbollah, Not Targeting Shiite Community
Lebanese Foreign Minister Joseph Reji called for Hezbollah's disarmament, emphasizing the government's efforts to restore state control over all armed forces and distinguishing th…
Erdogan Plans to Expand Influence in Lebanon Amid Regional Turmoil
Turkish President Erdogan is advancing a plan to extend influence into Lebanon by backing Syrian proxy Ahmad al-Shara to overthrow Hezbollah, threatening Israel's regional securit…
Netanyahu to Meet Trump in Washington to Discuss Iran, Security, and Regional Issues
Prime Minister Netanyahu will meet President Trump in Washington to discuss Iran's nuclear activities, regional security, and strained bilateral relations. Key topics include Saud…
Trump Threatens Major Attack on Iran Amid Explosion Reports on Qeshm Island
Reports of an explosion on Iran's Qeshm Island coincide with President Trump's threat of a major military strike on Tehran. The U.S. is also conditioning a nuclear deal with Saudi…
Lebanese Citizens Condemn Hezbollah's Role in National Crisis Amid Internal Conflict
Lebanese citizens from various communities openly criticize Hezbollah for causing national destruction and economic collapse amid rising tensions with state institutions. Despite…
Trump Threatens Iran With Targeted Strikes After Any Attack in Strait of Hormuz
US President Donald Trump declared that any Iranian attack on ships in the Strait of Hormuz will trigger US strikes on Iranian infrastructure, including near Tehran. Iran rejected…
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun Calls for Hezbollah Disarmament After Occupation Ends
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said Hezbollah can be disarmed once occupation ends and the Lebanese army fully controls the country, stressing the need for a unified state and mil…
US Airlines Allowed to Resume Direct Flights to Lebanon, Israel Flights Still Suspended
President Trump announced US airlines can resume direct flights to Lebanon after meeting its president, while US flights to Israel remain suspended until at least September due to…
IDF Clarifies Warning Shots Near Lebanese Army Were Outside Pilot Zone
The IDF fired warning shots near Lebanese army units in Bint Jbeil after they entered a restricted area outside the pilot zone, aiming to prevent risks to Israeli forces.
Trump Open to Talks with Hezbollah, Vows Strong Strike on Iranian Site in Lebanon
U.S. President Donald Trump met Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at the White House, expressing openness to talks with Hezbollah and promising a strong strike on Iran's secret site…
Trump Meets Lebanese President at White House, Predicts More Abraham Accords Signatories
U.S. President Donald Trump met Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at the White House, discussing the expansion of the Abraham Accords and regional security. Trump expressed readiness…
Israel Begins Pilot Withdrawal From Southern Lebanon Amid US-Lebanon Talks and Hezbollah Warning
Israel has begun a pilot withdrawal from southern Lebanon, deploying the Lebanese army to secure the area while maintaining readiness against Hezbollah. Lebanese President Joseph…
IDF Begins Pilot Withdrawal in South Lebanon to Transfer Control to Lebanese Army
The IDF has started a pilot withdrawal from three villages in southern Lebanon, transferring security control to the Lebanese Army under U.S. supervision. The move tests Lebanon's…
Hezbollah Ally Criticizes Lebanese President's US Visit as Ineffective and Symbolically Damaging
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun's visit to Washington faces criticism from Hezbollah supporters for lacking achievements and damaging Lebanon's image. US Secretary of State Marco R…
Hezbollah Ally Criticizes Lebanese President's US Visit as Ineffective and Symbolically Damaging
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun's visit to Washington faces criticism from Hezbollah supporters who see it as unproductive and damaging. The US demands Hezbollah's disarmament befo…
Lebanese Army Deploys in First Pilot Zone Ahead of US Announcement and Presidential Visit
The Lebanese Army has taken control of the first pilot zone north of the security zone under an agreement with Israel, with a US announcement expected before President Joseph Aoun…
Germany Proposes EU Military Force to Replace UN Peacekeepers in Lebanon
Germany has proposed an EU military force to replace the UN peacekeeping mission in Lebanon, aiming to prevent a security vacuum after UNIFIL ends its nearly 50-year mission in 20…
Netanyahu Cancels US Trip After Senator Graham's Memorial Postponed
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu canceled his planned US visit this week after the memorial for Senator Lindsey Graham was postponed. Netanyahu had intended to meet President Tru…