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The Guardian - AU

Mojtaba Khamenei hails fallen IRGC, Hezbollah commanders; calls US, Israel 'most obstinate enemies' of Islamic world

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei lauded fallen Hezbollah and IRGC commanders, viewing their sacrifices as proof of resistance against the US and Israel. He emphasized their commitment to the struggle, highlighting figures like Hassan Nasrallah and Qasem Soleimani. Khamenei reaffirmed Iran's unwavering support for resistance movements, calling the current period…

The Times of India

Resistance will continue against US, Israel: Iran’s supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei to Hezbollah chief

Iran's Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei pledged continued support for resistance against the US and Israel to Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem. He also acknowledged condolences for the death of his father, former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, in a US-Israeli airstrike. The message reiterated Tehran's backing for regional resistance groups amid escalating…

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Israel's strike kills 12 medical workers at Lebanon clinic amid escalating Middle East conflict

An Israeli strike in southern Lebanon killed 12 medical workers at a healthcare center. Another strike killed two paramedics. Lebanon is drawn deeper into the regional conflict. Israel warned of increasing consequences for Lebanon if Hezbollah continues its actions. Hezbollah stated it is ready for a prolonged conflict. Lebanese President…

The Times of India

Israel planning massive ground invasion of Lebanon, officials say

"We are going to do what we did in Gaza," said a senior Israeli official.

Axios

Why Israel is pounding Lebanon with bombs in war with Hezbollah stretching back decades

Thousands of people have been displaced by the latest conflict

The Independent UK

Hezbollah − degraded, weakened but not yet disarmed − destabilizes Lebanon once again

The fragile peace in Lebanon was already showing serious strains in the first months of 2026 – and then came the U.S.-Israeli strikes in Iran.

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Hezbollah Says It Refuses To Be Disarmed One Year After Leader's Killing

Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem said the group would not allow itself to be disarmed on Saturday as he addressed supporters marking one year since the killing by Israel of his predecessor Hassan Nasrallah.

International Business Times

Lebanon’s terrible year: From exploding pagers to Israeli occupation

The pager attack in Lebanon kicked off a year that upended the country’s political and military reality.

Al Jazeera

Lebanon To Discuss Army's Plan To Disarm Hezbollah

The Lebanese government is set to discuss on Friday an army plan to disarm Hezbollah, which the Iran-backed group opposes, accusing the cabinet of playing into the hands of Israel and the United States.

International Business Times

UNIFIL says Israeli drones drop grenades near peacekeepers in Lebanon

‘This is one of the most serious attacks on UNIFIL personnel and assets’ since November ceasefire, UN force says.

Al Jazeera

Will a US-backed economic zone incentivise Lebanon to disarm Hezbollah?

US envoy Barrack proposed the zone, but analysts say locals don’t trust Israel or the US’s ability to control it.

Al Jazeera

Two Lebanese soldiers killed in Israeli drone explosion in southern Lebanon

Lebanese army says two other personnel wounded after crashed Israeli drone explodes during inspection in Naqoura area.

Al Jazeera

Lebanon to present Hezbollah disarmament plan in coming days: US envoy

Tom Barrack says Beirut will set out plan on Sunday. Hezbollah has rejected it as Israel continues attacks.

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Al Jazeera

Hezbollah chief rejects disarmament, demands Israel comply with ceasefire

Naim Qassem says group will not abandon weapons ‘that protect us from our enemy’, insists on end to Israeli attacks.

Al Jazeera

Lebanon, Iran’s delicate diplomacy amid calls to disarm Hezbollah

Iran dispatches one of its most senior politicians to Beirut in a bid to soothe tensions.

Euronews

Hezbollah refuses to hand over its weapons to Lebanese government

Hezbollah's Naim Qassem rejected Lebanon's decision to disarm the Iran-backed militant group, calling it a US-Israeli order and warning of a major crisis.

Al Jazeera

Hezbollah to treat Lebanon’s disarmament decision ‘as if it does not exist’

The Lebanese armed group says the move was dictated by the US and that it ‘fully serves Israel’s interest’.

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Al Jazeera

Hezbollah rejects calls to disarm, says demands serve Israel

Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem says group will ‘not submit to Israel’ and disarm as pressure on Lebanon grows.

Al Jazeera

Hezbollah says it will not give up weapons despite US proposal

Knockback deals potential blow to US diplomat Thomas Barrack’s efforts to help broker Israel-Lebanon peace.

Al Jazeera

Israel says it launched ‘special, targeted operations’ in southern Lebanon

Army shares video of troops on ground in ‘targeted nighttime operation’ amid near-daily attacks against neighbour.

Al Jazeera

US envoy hails Lebanon’s response to Hezbollah disarmament proposals

Hezbollah has rejected disarmament while Israel continues to attack Lebanon, after US calls for it to give up weapons.

Al Jazeera

Hezbollah chief says won’t disarm until Israel leaves southern Lebanon

Naim Qassem says his group will not surrender or lay down weapons in response to Israeli threats.

International Business Times

Hezbollah Chief Says Won't Surrender Under Israeli Threats

Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem said Sunday his group would not surrender or lay down its weapons in response to Israeli threats, despite pressure on the Lebanese militants to disarm.

Al Jazeera

Israeli drone attack in Lebanon kills 1, injures 3 near Beirut

Air raid hits vehicle in Khaldeh, south of Lebanese capital, as Israel continues its near-daily attacks on Lebanon.

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