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Israel Denies Talks with Lebanon Amid Ongoing Hezbollah Conflict

3/16/2026

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Sa'ar Denies Negotiations

Gideon Sa’ar, Israel's Foreign Minister, denied imminent talks with Lebanon on Hezbollah, saying Lebanon must act first.
He criticized Lebanon's lack of action since the 2024 ceasefire.
Eli Cohen, Israel's Energy Minister, called a maritime border deal a 'surrender document' and questioned any agreement.
Hezbollah is launching about 100 rockets daily, and Israeli forces are responding with airstrikes on Hezbollah infrastructure.
Lebanon's health ministry reports 850 fatalities since hostilities resumed.

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Gvura Forum Urges Action

The Gvura Forum urged Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the Security Cabinet to create a strategic reality on Israel's northern border.
They called for establishing a buffer zone in Lebanon to eliminate the Iranian threat.
They emphasized that their loved ones fought for this mission.
They demanded a strong response to ensure no terrorist organization can threaten Israel again, reflecting unity and resolve for victory among the Israeli people.

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Sa'ar Denies Negotiations

Gideon Sa’ar, Israel's Foreign Minister, denied imminent talks with Lebanon on Hezbollah, saying Lebanon must act first.
He criticized Lebanon's lack of action since the 2024 ceasefire.
Eli Cohen, Israel's Energy Minister, called a maritime border deal a 'surrender document' and questioned any agreement.
Hezbollah is launching about 100 rockets daily, and Israeli forces are responding with airstrikes on Hezbollah infrastructure.
Lebanon's health ministry reports 850 fatalities since hostilities resumed.

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