Regional war on the horizon: Lebanon launched an attack on Israel

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun publicly criticized Israel amid reports that Iran ordered Hezbollah to prepare for a regional confrontation. Aoun emphasized that Lebanon remains committed to a diplomatic solution, ahead of a trilateral meeting with Israel and the United States.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun publicly criticized Israel, amid reports that Iran ordered Hezbollah to prepare for a regional confrontation. Despite the criticism, Aoun stressed that Lebanon continues to adhere to a diplomatic solution, whose cost is far lower than that of a devastating war. His remarks came ahead of a trilateral meeting of representatives from Israel, Lebanon, and the United States, scheduled for tomorrow in Tampa, Florida. The framework agreement of June 26 outlines a plan for disarming Hezbollah, deploying the Lebanese army, and withdrawing IDF forces. Israel claims that Hezbollah continues to hold weapons and rebuild military infrastructure. The headline promises a military attack, but the body describes public criticism and a diplomatic meeting.