Israel-Lebanon Peace Negotiations

April 9 – April 9, 2026

Where Things Stand

Israel is launching direct peace negotiations with Lebanon today to disarm Hezbollah and secure a permanent end to the war. Prime Minister Netanyahu has ordered his cabinet to begin the diplomatic process immediately, signaling a shift from military operations to a formal peace framework. This transition aims to stabilize the border and follows intense diplomatic pressure from the United States to de-escalate regional tensions.

How We Got Here

Apr 08, 2026The U.S. administration pressures Israel to transition from military strikes to a diplomatic track in Lebanon. [Axios]

Apr 07, 2026Global leaders work to preserve a fragile U.S.-Iran ceasefire intended to lower regional tensions. [Washington Times]

Apr 06, 2026President Trump specifically requests that Prime Minister Netanyahu scale back the air campaign against Hezbollah. [New York Post]

News

Netanyahu adviser says attacks on Hezbollah will continue after Trump call to scale back

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Trump Says Israel Is 'Scaling Back' Lebanon Attacks And Will 'Low-Key It'

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Israel to hold direct talks with Lebanon, Netanyahu says

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Israel-Lebanon Peace Talks Could Start Next Week In D.C., Report Says

ForbesCenter

Israel to negotiate with Lebanon: Netanyahu

The HillCenter

Israel seeks talks with Lebanon as globe rallies to preserve U.S.-Iran ceasefire

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