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Netanyahu Vows to Intensify Military Campaign in Lebanon

4/10/2026

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced Israel will intensify its military campaign in Lebanon while pursuing peace talks with Beirut.
He emphasized there is no ceasefire and vowed to continue operations against Hezbollah until security is restored.
The plan aligns with pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump to leverage military gains for diplomacy, risking regional stability.
The Lebanese government cannot unilaterally disarm Hezbollah, which rejects negotiations under military pressure.

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Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced Israel will intensify its military campaign in Lebanon while pursuing peace talks with Beirut.
He emphasized there is no ceasefire and vowed to continue operations against Hezbollah until security is restored.
The plan aligns with pressure from U.S. President Donald Trump to leverage military gains for diplomacy, risking regional stability.
The Lebanese government cannot unilaterally disarm Hezbollah, which rejects negotiations under military pressure.