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15.05.2026

The Day Washington Talks Sealed a Ceasefire Extension

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Lebanon for 15.05.2026.

It displays 185 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

15.05.2026The Day Washington Talks Sealed a Ceasefire Extension

The day began with reports from the first round of Lebanese-Israeli talks in Washington, described as 'positive' by a US official but with sharp disagreements and no ceasefire. By early afternoon, the second round started, with Berri offering to convince Hezbollah to cease fire if Israel does. Despite ongoing Israeli strikes on Tyre and other southern towns, including a strike killing three paramedics in Harouf, the talks concluded in the evening with the Lebanese delegation announcing a 45-day extension of the ceasefire and a new security track. The extension was confirmed by multiple sources, marking a diplomatic breakthrough after days of intense negotiations.

15.05.2026

00:21Third Round Talks Begin in Washington

The newspapers report that the third round of Lebanese-Israeli negotiations in Washington has begun (LBCI, LBC, Lebanon Files). Meanwhile, Kataeb warns that Israel awaits a US green light to resume strikes on Beirut, and MTV Lebanon quotes US envoy David Hill urging Lebanese leaders to leverage American support. Hezbollah's military media released footage of a drone attack on Israeli vehicles at the al-Abbad site (almanar_fr, Al-Manar).
00:49
الكتائب

انتهاء اليوم الأول من مفاوضات واشنطن بتوصيف أميركي إيجابي وسط ترقب لمصير الهدنة

00:49
01:56
الكتائب

الميدان لا يهدأ.. غارات وقصف واستهداف شقة سكنية في صور

01:56
06:40
الكتائب

وضعها غير سليم...الدولة اللبنانية أمام امتحان إقفال جمعية "القرض الحسن"

06:40
06:51
الكتائب

مواكبة رئاسية لمحادثات واشنطن والملفات الأمنية تبحث اليوم

06:51
07:03
الكتائب

لبنان وإسرائيل نحو اتفاق "إعلان نوايا"

07:03

07:05Positive First Day in Washington Talks

The newspapers report that the first day of Lebanese-Israeli negotiations in Washington was described as 'positive' by a US official (LBCI, LBC). However, Lebanon24 notes sharp disagreements and no ceasefire, with expectations of a 'declaration of intent'. Kataeb mentions a possible 'declaration of intent' agreement, while Lebanon Files says the US solution is to fix the Blue Line as the border. El Nashra reports that legal cases against Israel are being sidelined by politics.
07:33
08:29
Le porte-parole de l’armée de l’ennemi israélien a annoncé, ce vendredi, la mort d’un soldat du 12e bataillon de la brigade Golani, abattu hier par un tir de mortier du Hezbollah au Sud-Liban. Le journal israélien Maariv a rapporté : Jeudi vers 22h00, des membres du Hezbollah ont tiré des obus de mortier sur une force …
08:29

08:31Washington Talks: Ceasefire Not a Priority

The newspapers report on the third round of Washington negotiations, with Lebanon24 noting Israeli refusal to discuss ceasefire as a priority and Al Joumhouria framing talks as between Washington and Hezbollah's stronghold. Addiyar questions whether the round aims to contain escalation or resolve the crisis. Meanwhile, Al-Manar and almanar_fr highlight Hezbollah's continued attacks, including killing an Israeli soldier. Trump's warning to Iran is covered by LBCI and LBC.
10:13
الكتائب

الجميّل ثابت بمواقفه.. "قرار إنهاء الصراع بيدِنا"

10:13

10:15Washington Talks at Their Limit

The newspapers report on the third round of Washington talks, with Lebanon24 noting the negotiations are at their limit and the truce is fragile. Al-Manar highlights Hezbollah's demand for Saudi-Iranian-American guarantees. Meanwhile, MTV Lebanon shows massive destruction in Nabatieh al-Fawqa, and Kataeb quotes Gemayel asserting that ending the conflict is in Lebanese hands. Fuel prices rise, with Addiyar calling for urgent action.
10:24
الكتائب

بين الدولة والمقاومة: ماذا قصد سامي الجميّل فعلاً؟

10:24
10:43
The Israeli enemy has confirmed the death of First Sergeant Negev Dagan, 20, from the Dekel settlement in the northern Negev, during fighting in southern Lebanon. Israeli media, citing an army radio correspondent, reported that Dagan was killed last night in the Litani River area by a mortar shell fired by Hezbollah. Dagan is the …
10:43
11:04
الكتائب

خطة للاستخبارات المركزية الأميركية لتفكيك حزب الله...اسرائيل: ننسحب من لبنان وهذا المقابل!

11:04
11:10
الكتائب

بالفيديو- الغارات تتجدد وإنذار إسرائيليّ عاجل إلى هذه البلدات الجنوبيّة

11:10
11:26
Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri has reaffirmed that Lebanon’s position remains firmly in favor of indirect negotiations aimed at securing a genuine ceasefire, questioning the very existence of one under current conditions. In remarks to Al-Akhbar published on Friday, Berri cast doubt on claims of de-escalation, asking, “Is there actually a ceasefire in place now?” …
11:26

11:37Sinwar's Letter to Nasrallah

The newspapers report on a new Israeli warning to southern towns and renewed strikes (Kataeb), while education minister's exam changes spark reactions (LBCI, LBC, Al Joumhouria, Addiyar). A letter from Sinwar to Nasrallah is published by Maariv (Lebanon24). Berri tells Aoun there is no more one-sided ceasefire (almanar_en).
11:46
الكتائب

كرامي: 3 دورات للثانوية العامة ولا مواد اختيارية..."انبسطوا ما في بروفيه!"

11:46
11:53
الكتائب

بالفيديو- المفاوضات لا تمنع الغارات والإنذارات

11:53
12:05
In a major diplomatic push for regional stability, China has reaffirmed its stance that the ongoing conflict with Iran is unnecessary and must be resolved through a solution that serves the interests of all parties involved. Through its Foreign Ministry, Beijing asserted that the hostilities should never have occurred and called for a comprehensive, lasting …
12:05
12:42
الكتائب

بالفيديو والصور- المفاوضات لا تمنع الغارات والإنذارات...اليوم دور صور!

12:42

13:10Strikes on Tyre, Drones over Beirut

The newspapers report on a major escalation in southern Lebanon, with Israeli strikes on Tyre and warnings to residents, while Hezbollah claims drone capabilities to counter Israel. Diplomatic efforts continue, with China urging an end to the Iran conflict and Iran's foreign minister stating US military failure. Berri remains silent until talks conclude.
13:14
الكتائب

لبنان "يغلي".. سلاح حزب الله يهدد المفاوضات بـ"انفجار وشيك"

13:14
13:34
Marking the 78th anniversary of the Nakba, Islamic Jihad and Hamas Palestinian resistance groups reaffirmed their commitment to the path of resistance, condemning what the ongoing Israeli aggression, while voicing rejection to disarmament calls. In a statement, the Palestinian Islamic Jihad Movement said the anniversary in which Palestine was occupied by Zionists, comes amid an …
13:34
14:59
Hezbollah’s Military Media released a new video on Friday showing rocket and drone attacks targeting Israeli troop gatherings in southern Lebanon. The approximately 90-second footage depicts two rocket strikes and a drone attack on positions in Deir Seryan, Blat, and Al-Qawzah, dated May 12, 2026. The video opens with scenes of fighters preparing a rocket …
14:59

15:09Evacuation Warnings and Disarmament Deadlock

The newspapers report on new Israeli evacuation warnings for southern Lebanese towns (LBCI, LBC, MTV Lebanon), while Kataeb warns Hezbollah's weapons threaten talks. Jumblat says disarmament cannot be forced (Naharnet). Hezbollah releases video of attacks on Israeli positions (almanar_en). Janoubia questions if Lebanon can secure a ceasefire.
15:18
Israeli media outlets have acknowledged a significant escalation in Hezbollah operations along the northern front since Thursday, amid growing concerns over failure to contain the ongoing battle’s military and security implications. According to Hebrew media reports, four Israelis were injured in a drone strike on the Rosh Hanikra area, coinciding with the launch of dozens …
15:18
15:25
الكتائب

هذا ما أبلغه بري لعون عن إلتزام الحزب بوقف إطلاق النار

15:25
15:40
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has revealed that Tehran deliberately avoided exposing the UAE’s role in the US-Israeli aggression during recent BRICS meetings, only speaking out after Emirati representatives raised the issue first. Speaking on the sidelines of the BRICS foreign ministers’ gathering in New Delhi on Thursday, held amid ongoing economic and energy fallout …
15:40
16:16
الكتائب

حنكش: لا حل إلّا بنجاح رئيس الجمهورية بمهمته في التفاوض لإخراج لبنان من الحرب إلى أبد الأبدين

16:16
16:51
الكتائب

كتلة الكتائب تواصل جولتها على سفراء دول الخليج بلقاء سفير سلطنة عُمان لدى بيروت

16:51
17:06
الكتائب

انطلاق الجولة الثانية من المفاوضات اللبنانية الاسرائيلية

17:06

17:08Washington Talks Resume Amid Strikes

The newspapers report on the second round of Lebanese-Israeli negotiations in Washington, with Berri offering to convince Hezbollah to cease fire if Israel does (Kataeb, Lebanon Files, Janoubia, Naharnet). Meanwhile, Israeli strikes continue in south Lebanon, reopening a road to a hospital after it was closed by raids (MTV Lebanon, Al-Manar).
17:24
18:22
الكتائب

المفاوضات اللبنانية الاسرائيلية: العمل على اتفاق ذات صيغة أمنية – عسكرية... هذه تفاصيلها

18:22
19:21
الكتائب

بالتزامن مع المفاوضات... غارات إسرائيلية ونسف لمنازل وممتلكات في الخيام

19:21
19:41
Cheap, agile, and highly effective, drones are rapidly transforming the face of modern warfare, overturning decades-old combat doctrines and pushing once-elite battlefield roles—including snipers—toward the margins as unmanned systems dominate conflicts from Ukraine to the Middle East. Reports by The Wall Street Journal and The Washington Post suggest that drones are fundamentally reshaping modern warfare, …
19:41
19:53
الكتائب

المفاوضات اللبنانية الاسرائيلية في جولتها الثانية... مسؤول في وزارة الخارجية الأميركية: أجواء المحادثات كانت إيجابية جداً بل فاقت التوقعات

19:53
20:12
الكتائب

المفاوضات في جولتها الثانية... مسؤول في الخارجية الأميركية: أجواء المحادثات كانت إيجابية جداً بل فاقت التوقعات

20:12
20:38
الكتائب

بالتزامن مع المفاوضات... غارات ونسف لمنازل وممتلكات في الخيام وإنذار مسائي لمدينة صور

20:38

20:39Tyre’s Forced Nightfall Displacement

The newspapers report on the Washington negotiations as President Aoun monitors the talks (MTV Lebanon) and Nabih Berri proposes a conditional ceasefire (Naharnet, Lebanon Files). Despite these diplomatic efforts, editors highlight a severe military escalation, including an urgent evacuation warning for Tyre (LBCI, LBC, Kataeb) and intensive strikes on southern towns like Khiam (Addiyar, Kataeb). Iran meanwhile warns of external attempts to sabotage the dialogue (Al-Manar).
20:45
الكتائب

تفاهم أولي لا يرقى إلى سلام... وشخصية أمنية في واشنطن

20:45
21:10
الكتائب

القاضي الحاج أمر بملاحقة المسيئين الى البطريرك الراعي

21:10
21:27
الكتائب

واشنطن: تمديد وقف النار بين لبنان وإسرائيل 45 يوماً وجولة رابعة مطلع حزيران

21:27
22:26
الكتائب

الوفد اللبناني: مفاوضات واشنطن أحرزت تقدماً واتفاق التهدئة مُدّد

22:26

22:59Washington Talks Seal Ceasefire Extension

The newspapers report on the conclusion of Lebanese-Israeli negotiations in Washington, with the Lebanese delegation announcing progress and an extension of the ceasefire, alongside a new security track. Meanwhile, three paramedics were killed in an Israeli strike on Harouf, and Hezbollah's internal dynamics are questioned by Tel Aviv.
23:49
Les médias israéliens ont adopté un ton alarmiste ce vendredi concernant les opérations de la résistance, constatant une importante escalade notamment vers les colonies du nord. Le quotidien Maariv citant des sources a rapporté qu’aujourd’hui a été le jour le plus violent depuis le cessez-le-feu avec le Liban, indiquant que le Hezbollah tire sans répit …
23:49