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Report: Qatar Could Mediate Between Israel, Lebanon and Hezbollah

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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · Jun 23, 2026

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Israeli and Arab reports say Qatar may join U.S.-backed efforts to mediate between Israel, Lebanon and Hezbollah. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun welcomed help to end the war but rejected foreign interference, while analyst Yoel Guzansky said Washington is driving Doha's role.

  • 01Qatar may enter indirect talks between Israel and Hezbollah, according to Lebanese reports.
  • 02The fifth round of direct Israel-Lebanon talks resumed Tuesday in Washington.
  • 03President Joseph Aoun said Lebanon welcomes help, but not interference in its affairs.
  • 04Yoel Guzansky said the United States is pushing Qatar's involvement.
  • 05The reports say the aim is a stable ceasefire and reduced tensions.

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YnetCenter · HebrewJun 23, 2026
Report: Qatar Could Mediate Between Israel, Lebanon and Hezbollah
Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewJun 23, 2026
Report: Qatar Pushes New Indirect Talks Between Israel and Hezbollah

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