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Lebanon's Berri Warns Israel: Withdraw or Face Resistance

4/21/2026

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Lebanon's parliament speaker Nabih Berri warned that Israeli forces occupying southern Lebanon will face resistance if they do not withdraw.
The warning comes ahead of U.S.-mediated talks following a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah.
Israeli forces remain in a border buffer zone, which Israel says is necessary for security.
A French presidency source stated that a lasting peace would eliminate the need for this buffer zone.
The conflict has caused significant casualties, complicating diplomatic efforts involving the United States and Iran.

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Lebanon's parliament speaker Nabih Berri warned that Israeli forces occupying southern Lebanon will face resistance if they do not withdraw.
The warning comes ahead of U.S.-mediated talks following a 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah.
Israeli forces remain in a border buffer zone, which Israel says is necessary for security.
A French presidency source stated that a lasting peace would eliminate the need for this buffer zone.
The conflict has caused significant casualties, complicating diplomatic efforts involving the United States and Iran.