Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated that there was "no cease-fire in Lebanon," while announcing direct negotiations with its neighbor.

The Israeli prime minister stressed that Donald Trump's truce does not apply to Lebanon, contradicting his Pakistani counterpart, who is mediating the conflict and said the…

In a potential boost to Middle East ceasefire efforts, Netanyahu said Thursday that he authorized direct negotiations “as soon as possible” with Lebanon.

Lebanese officials had called for a ceasefire before talks begin.

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu reiterated that there was "no cease-fire in Lebanon," while announcing direct negotiations with its neighbor.

Lebanon will only take part in talks with Israel if a ceasefire is already in place, a senior official tells the BBC.