Dossier
Lebanon-Israel framework agreement
Coverage of Lebanon-Israel framework agreement in the Nexus archive.
- Former Lebanese PM blames 'both Israel and Hezbollah' for stalling negotiations
Former Lebanese Prime Minister Fouad Siniora blamed both Israel and Hezbollah for delaying negotiations, criticizing the Lebanon-Israel framework agreement for lacking provisions requiring an Israeli withdrawal and emphasizing the need for an experienced negotiating team.
- Lebanon’s president defends Lebanon-Israel framework agreement
Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun defended the country’s ceasefire framework with Israel, rejecting criticism from Hezbollah supporters protesting the agreement. The framework, mediated by the US, faced backlash for not linking Israeli troop withdrawal to Hezbollah’s disarmament. Aoun emphasized Lebanon’s sovereignty in negotiations and urged against public discord.