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Leaders
04-05-2025
- Politics
- Leaders
Hamas Hands over Suspect in Attacks against Israel, Lebanon Says
The Lebanese army stated on Sunday that Hamas handed over a person who was allegedly involved in launching attacks against the Israeli side in March, according to Reuters. This step comes days after Lebanon warned Palestinian group Hamas not to carry out operations that undermine the Lebanese security or sovereignty. On Friday, May 2, Beirut's Supreme Defense Council said that Hamas would face 'the harshest measures,' if they attempted to use Lebanese territory to conduct any actions that threaten the country's national security. 'Military and security leaders have submitted multiple reports on the situation in several Lebanese areas, particularly concerning the firing of rockets from Lebanon toward the occupied territory, the suspects' detention, and the issuance of necessary directives ensuring the proper enforcement of judicial procedures against them,' according to a statement that was read by Brig. Gen. Mohammed al-Mustafa. Importantly, the Lebanese authorities have recently arrested numerous people who were allegedly involved in launching attacks against the Israeli side on March 22 and 28. Friday's meeting of the Higher Defense Council witnessed the presence of several senior officials such as the country's president, prime minister, army commander and heads of security services. During the meeting, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam stated that the state should take over all 'illegal weapons'. Meanwhile, Aoun stressed the necessity of being decisive with any attempts to transform Lebanon into a platform of war and dangers. Related Topics: Hamas Eyes 5-Year Truce as Food Stocks Run Out in Gaza Hamas Urges Pressure to Act on Israel's Blockade How Hamas, Israel, US Reacted to Gaza Reconstruction Plan? Short link : Post Views: 14
Leaders
03-05-2025
- Politics
- Leaders
Lebanon Warns Hamas Against Undermining National Security
Lebanon has warned Palestinian group Hamas not to carry out operations that undermine the Lebanese security or sovereignty, according to Reuters. Beirut's Supreme Defense Council said on Friday that Hamas would face 'the harshest measures,' if they attempted to use Lebanese territory to conduct any actions that threaten the country's national security. 'Military and security leaders have submitted multiple reports on the situation in several Lebanese areas, particularly concerning the firing of rockets from Lebanon toward the occupied territory, the suspects' detention, and the issuance of necessary directives ensuring the proper enforcement of judicial procedures against them,' according to a statement that was read by Brig. Gen. Mohammed al-Mustafa. Importantly, the Lebanese authorities have recently arrested numerous people who were allegedly involved in launching attacks against the Israeli side on March 22 and 28. Friday's meeting of the Higher Defense Council witnessed the presence of several senior officials such as the country's president, prime minister, army commander and heads of security services. During the meeting, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam stated that all 'illegal weapons' should be handed over to the state. Meanwhile, Aoun stressed the necessity of being decisive with any attempts to transform Lebanon into a platform of war and danger. Related Topics: UAE, Lebanon Deepen Economic, Diplomatic Ties Lebanon Thwarts Rocket Attack Plot Against Israel, Detains Suspects Saudi Crown Prince, Lebanon's PM Meet in Makkah Short link : Post Views: 46
Los Angeles Times
02-05-2025
- Politics
- Los Angeles Times
Lebanon warns Hamas not to carry out any attacks from its territories
BEIRUT — Lebanese authorities warned the Hamas group Friday that it would face the 'harshest measures' if it carried out any attacks from Lebanon. The warning by the Higher Defense Council, Lebanon's top military body, came weeks after several Lebanese and Palestinians were detained on suspicion of firing rockets from Lebanon into northern Israel. 'Hamas and other factions will not be allowed to endanger national stability,' the council said. 'The safety of Lebanon's territories is above all.' 'The harshest measures will be taken to put a complete end to any act that infringes on Lebanon's sovereignty,' according to a statement that was read by Brig. Gen. Mohammed al-Mustafa. Hamas officials did not immediately respond to requests by the Associated Press for comment. Since the Israel-Hamas war began in October 2023, the Palestinian militant group has carried out several attacks against Israel from Lebanon, where it has an armed presence. Israel has since carried out airstrikes that killed Hamas officials including one of its top military chiefs, Saleh Arouri, in Beirut. Lebanese authorities are seeking to establish their authority throughout the country, mainly in the south near the border with Israel after the 14-month Israel-Hezbollah war that ended in late November with the U.S.-brokered ceasefire. Authorities last month detained several people, including a number of Palestinians, who were allegedly involved in firing rockets toward Israel in two separate attacks in late March that triggered intense Israeli airstrikes on parts of Lebanon. Lebanon's Hezbollah group denied at the time that it was behind the firing of rockets. The meeting of the Higher Defense Council was attended by senior officials including the country's president, prime minister, army commander and heads of security services. The council's statement quoted Prime Minister Nawaf Salam as saying that all 'illegal weapons' should be handed over to the state. Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is expected to visit Lebanon later this month. Despite the ceasefire deal with Israel in November, Israel is continuing with near-daily airstrikes on Lebanon that have left dozens of civilians and Hezbollah members dead. Lebanon's state-run National News Agency reported that an Israeli drone fired three missiles Friday morning at a gas station in the southern village of Houla, wounding five people. On Thursday, Israel said it killed an official with Hezbollah's elite Radwan Force in a drone strike in south Lebanon. Mroue writes for the Associated Press.
Nahar Net
02-05-2025
- Politics
- Nahar Net
Higher Defense Council warns Hamas against acts that harm Lebanon's security
by Naharnet Newsdesk 02 May 2025, 13:12 Lebanese authorities warned Hamas Friday that it would face the "harshest measures" if it carried out any attacks from Lebanon. The warning by the Higher Defense Council, Lebanon's top military body, came weeks after several Lebanese and Palestinians were detained on suspicion of firing rockets from Lebanon into northern Israel. "Hamas and other factions will not be allowed to endanger national stability," the council said. "The safety of Lebanon's territories is above all." "The harshest measures will be taken to put a complete end to any act that infringes on Lebanon's sovereignty," according to a statement that was read by Brig. Gen. Mohammed al-Mustafa. Hamas officials did not immediately respond to requests by The Associated Press for comment. Since the Israel-Hamas war began in October 2023, the Palestinian militant group has carried out several attacks against Israel from Lebanon, where it has an armed presence. Israel has since carried out airstrikes that killed Hamas officials including one of its top military chiefs, Saleh Arouri, in Beirut's southern suburbs. Lebanese authorities are seeking to establish their authority throughout the country, mainly in the south near the border with Israel after the 14-month Israel-Hezbollah war that ended in late November with the U.S.-brokered ceasefire. Authorities last month detained several people, including a number of Palestinians, who were allegedly involved in firing rockets toward Israel in two separate attacks in late March that triggered intense Israeli airstrikes on parts of Lebanon. Hezbollah denied at the time that it was behind the firing of rockets. The council also said legal proceedings would begin early next week against those detained over the rocket fire. The meeting of the Higher Defense Council was attended by senior officials including President Joseph Aoun, PM Nawaf Salam, Army chief General Rodolphe Haykal and the heads of security services. The council's statement quoted Salam as saying that all "illegal weapons" should be handed over to the state. Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is expected to visit Lebanon later this month. Despite the ceasefire deal with Israel in November, Israel is continuing with near-daily airstrikes on Lebanon that have left dozens of civilians and Hezbollah members dead. Lebanon's state-run National News Agency reported that an Israeli drone fired three missiles Friday morning at a gas station in the southern village of Houla, wounding five people. On Thursday, Israel said it killed an official with Hezbollah's elite Radwan Force in a drone strike in south Lebanon.
Hamilton Spectator
02-05-2025
- Politics
- Hamilton Spectator
Lebanon warns Hamas not to carry out any attacks from its territories
BEIRUT (AP) — Lebanese authorities warned the Hamas group Friday that it would face the 'harshest measures' if it carried out any attacks from Lebanon. The warning by the Higher Defense Council, Lebanon's top military body, came weeks after several Lebanese and Palestinians were detained on suspicion of firing rockets from Lebanon into northern Israel. 'Hamas and other factions will not be allowed to endanger national stability,' the council said. 'The safety of Lebanon's territories is above all.' 'The harshest measures will be taken to put a complete end to any act that infringes on Lebanon's sovereignty,' according to a statement that was read by Brig. Gen. Mohammed al-Mustafa. Hamas officials did not immediately respond to requests by The Associated Press for comment. Since the Israel-Hamas war began in October 2023, the Palestinian militant group has carried out several attacks against Israel from Lebanon, where it has an armed presence. Israel has since carried out airstrikes that killed Hamas officials including one of its top military chiefs, Saleh Arouri , in Beirut. Lebanese authorities are seeking to establish their authority throughout the country, mainly in the south near the border with Israel after the 14-month Israel-Hezbollah war that ended in late November with the U.S.-brokered ceasefire . Authorities last month detained several people, including a number of Palestinians, who were allegedly involved in firing rockets toward Israel in two separate attacks in late March that triggered intense Israeli airstrikes on parts of Lebanon. Lebanon's Hezbollah group denied at the time that it was behind the firing of rockets. The meeting of the Higher Defense Council was attended by senior officials including the country's president, prime minister, army commander and heads of security services. The council's statement quoted Prime Minister Nawaf Salam as saying that all 'illegal weapons' should be handed over to the state. Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is expected to visit Lebanon later this month. Despite the ceasefire deal with Israel in November, Israel is continuing with near-daily airstrikes on Lebanon that have left dozens of civilians and Hezbollah members dead. Lebanon's state-run National News Agency reported that an Israeli drone fired three missiles Friday morning at a gas station in the southern village of Houla, wounding five people. On Thursday, Israel said it killed an official with Hezbollah's elite Radwan Force in a drone strike in south Lebanon.
