09.04.2026 19:22
Following Iran's threat to "withdraw from the ceasefire if attacks on Lebanon do not stop," Israel made a notable move. Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu instructed to initiate direct negotiations with Lebanon, which they have targeted with air and ground attacks.
Following Iran's threat to "withdraw from the ceasefire if attacks on Lebanon do not cease," Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that they would begin direct negotiations with Lebanon, which they are targeting with air and ground attacks.
THERE WILL BE TWO FOCAL POINTS
Prime Minister Netanyahu stated that he instructed the Security Cabinet, which convened yesterday, to start direct negotiations with the Beirut administration as soon as possible.
Netanyahu claimed that the direct negotiations would focus on the disarmament of Hezbollah and the establishment of "peaceful relations" between the two countries.
IRAN'S THREAT TO WITHDRAW FROM THE CEASEFIRE
Iranian media claimed that if Israel's attacks on Lebanon do not cease, the Tehran administration will withdraw from the ceasefire agreement. An Iranian official, stating that the U.S. has accepted the cessation of the war on all fronts, including Lebanon, said, "Despite this, the Zionist regime (Israel) has clearly violated the ceasefire since this morning, conducting ruthless attacks against Lebanon. If Israel continues to violate the ceasefire by continuing its attacks on Lebanon, Iran will withdraw from the agreement."
"THE U.S. MUST MAKE A CHOICE"
Iranian President Pezeshkian stated that Iran accepted the ceasefire proposal within the framework of responsibility and a strong approach, saying, "The ceasefire in Lebanon is a fundamental part of the 10-point agreement reached with the U.S."
The Revolutionary Guards stated, "If the attacks on Lebanon do not stop, the aggressors in the region will regret it." The White House argued that the 10-point ceasefire plan announced by Iran is different from what was communicated to the U.S.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said, "The conditions for the ceasefire are clear and explicit. The U.S. must make a choice. Either it will choose the ceasefire, or Israel will continue to attack Hezbollah. The ball is now in the U.S.'s court. The world will see whether the U.S. keeps its word."
IRANIAN PARLIAMENT SPEAKER: A CEASEFIRE IS NOT REASONABLE UNDER THESE CONDITIONS
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf stated that the three articles agreed upon for the ceasefire were violated before negotiations began. Qalibaf noted that, as stated by Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif, the ceasefire articles have been violated in Lebanon and other regions. The downing of a drone in Fars province is a violation of Iranian airspace. The sixth article of the 10-point plan was the preservation of Iran's right to enrich uranium. This right is being violated. Under these conditions, a ceasefire and negotiations are not reasonable," he said.
TRUMP: THE CEASEFIRE DOES NOT INCLUDE LEBANON
U.S. President Donald Trump stated in a statement that the ceasefire reached between the parties does not include Lebanon, citing Hezbollah as the reason. In response to a question on the matter, Trump said, "Yes, they are not included in the agreement. They are not part of it because of Hezbollah. They were not part of this. This will also be dealt with." Trump claimed that Israel is targeting Hezbollah elements in the attacks, stating, "This is part of the agreement. Everyone knows this. This is a separate conflict."
254 DEAD IN LEBANON IN ONE DAY
While conflicting claims emerged regarding whether the temporary ceasefire established between the U.S. and Iran, which also includes Israel, covers Lebanon, the Israeli army conducted approximately 100 airstrikes simultaneously on Wednesday, April 8, without prior warning to the capital Beirut and the eastern and southern parts of Lebanon.
The Lebanese Civil Defense Directorate announced that at least 254 people had lost their lives in the attacks. These attacks have been recorded as the most severe assaults Israel has carried out on Lebanon since March 2.