Israel Signals Willingness for Direct Talks with Lebanon, Focus on Hezbollah Disarmament

New Delhi| April 10, 2026

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that Israel is prepared to initiate direct negotiations with Lebanon, following repeated requests from the Lebanese side.

In an official statement, Netanyahu said he had instructed the government to begin talks “as soon as possible,” marking a potentially significant diplomatic development in the region. The proposed negotiations are expected to center on key security and political issues, including the disarmament of Hezbollah and the establishment of peaceful relations between Israel and Lebanon.

The Israeli Prime Minister also welcomed recent remarks by Lebanon’s leadership calling for the demilitarization of Beirut, describing it as a positive step toward regional stability.

The announcement comes amid heightened tensions in the Middle East, where diplomatic engagement is being closely watched as a potential pathway to de-escalation. Analysts suggest that if successful, such talks could mark a turning point in Israel-Lebanon relations, which have historically been strained.

Further details regarding the timeline and framework of the negotiations are expected to emerge in the coming days.

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