The US draws a 'red line' over including Hezbollah in Lebanon's government, new envoy says
Friday, 7 February 2025 Newly appointed US envoy Morgan Ortagus emphasized the need for Lebanon’s new government to exclude Hezbollah, setting a firm stance against the group’s influence. Amid stalled government formation, Lebanon navigates a fragile ceasefire with Israel, extended to February 18. Tensions persist as Israel accuses Lebanon of slow troop deployment, while Beirut cites Israeli ceasefire violations, including recent airstrikes in Sidon.
Hezbollah supporters burn tyres on a road leading to Beirut's international airport after visiting US Deputy Special Envoy for the Middle East Morgan Ortagus warned against any presence of the Iran-backed group in Lebanon's new government, saying it was "defeated" in its war with Israel.
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The shadow housing minister has cast doubts over whether the government can meet its amibitious new housing targets. The government announced its target to build 1.5m homes over the next five years and..
A deadly Israeli drone strike in Lebanon’s Bekaa Valley has killed six people and injured two others, escalating tensions in the region. The attack targeted the al-Shaara area near Janta, raising..
Friday, 7 February 2025
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