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Herzog Says Israel Seeks Diplomatic Deal in Lebanon, Without Iranian Role
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First reported by Behadrei Haredim · Jun 21, 2026
What happened
On Fox News, President Isaac Herzog said Israel is open to a diplomatic settlement in Lebanon, but only if Iran is kept out and Hezbollah is disarmed. He also emphasized close U.S.-Israel coordination on Iran and said Israel has no territorial claims in Lebanon, even expressing a wish to drive to Beirut one day.
- 01Herzog said Israel accepts a diplomatic outcome in Lebanon if security concerns are addressed.
- 02He said Iran must have no role in Lebanon’s crisis through Hezbollah.
- 03Herzog stressed close, trustworthy coordination with the United States.
- 04He said Israel has no territorial ambitions in Lebanon and wants peace.
- 05He blamed Hezbollah for blocking peace and called for its disarmament.
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