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18.04.2026

The Day the French Soldier Died in South Lebanon

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Lebanon for 18.04.2026.

It displays 190 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

18.04.2026The Day the French Soldier Died in South Lebanon

Morning coverage focused on ceasefire fragility, with reports of Israeli violations in southern Lebanon and Hezbollah's continued military operations, alongside diplomatic developments about potential 50-day truce extensions. Midday reporting shifted dramatically to the killing of a French UNIFIL soldier in Ghandouriya, with French President Macron accusing Hezbollah of responsibility and Lebanese leaders ordering investigations while offering condolences. Evening headlines centered on the diplomatic fallout, with Hezbollah denying involvement and warning against accusations, while coverage continued of Israel's establishment of a 'yellow line' demarcation in southern Lebanon despite the ceasefire.

18.04.2026
01:39
الكتائب

الأولوية لتثبيت وقف النار... قبل دخول لبنان مفاوضات معقّدة

01:39
01:39
الكتائب

الأولوية لتثبيت وقف النار... قبل دخول لبنان مفاوضات معقّدة

01:39
06:50
Le président du Parlement iranien, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, a affirmé sur la plateforme X que le président des États-Unis, Donald Trump, a avancé en une seule heure « sept allégations, toutes mensongères ». Il a ajouté que « par ces mensonges, ils n’ont pas gagné la guerre et ne parviendront certainement pas non plus à …
06:50
07:15
Le Média de guerre de la Résistance a posté sur son site Telegram une nouvelles vidéo des tirs de missiles de précision, le 9 avril, contre des infrastructures de l’armée ennemie à Haïfa avec des missiles de précision. Images de l’opération de la Résistance islamique ciblant, le 15 avril, une position d’artillerie nouvellement établie par …
07:15
07:30
الكتائب

10 أيام فرصة تاريخية.. لبنان ماضٍ بالتفاوض وزيارة مرتقبة لعون إلى البيت الأبيض!

07:30
07:39
الكتائب

تأمين بيروت أولى الخطوات... وتحذير من رهانات أمنية داخلية

07:39

07:40Ceasefire's Southern Breach

The newspapers report on the ceasefire's fragility, with multiple sources detailing violations in southern Lebanon and Hezbollah's continued military operations (Lebanon Files, almanar_fr, Addiyar, Al-Manar). Simultaneously, coverage continues of diplomatic developments, including President Aoun's sovereignty statements and U.S. support declarations (Lebanon24, Al Joumhouria, MTV Lebanon, LBCI, LBC).

07:40Ceasefire's Southern Breach

The newspapers report on the ceasefire's fragility, with multiple sources detailing violations in southern Lebanon and Hezbollah's continued military operations (Lebanon Files, almanar_fr, Addiyar, Al-Manar). Simultaneously, coverage continues of diplomatic developments, including President Aoun's sovereignty statements and U.S. support declarations (Lebanon24, Al Joumhouria, MTV Lebanon, LBCI, LBC).
07:48
الكتائب

انعطافة تاريخية طوت حالة الحرب و"مذكرة التفاهم" أنهت اتفاق تشرين الثاني

07:48
08:08
الكتائب

الصايغ للرئيس عون: إلى التنفيذ، تقدم!

08:08
08:16
الكتائب

ليلة جنون تختصر "مآزق الحزب"

08:16
08:17
Le commandant de la Force aérospatiale du Corps des Gardiens de la révolution (CGRI), le général Majid Mousavi, a déclaré que ses unités, « ne faisant aucune confiance à l’ennemi, gardent le doigt sur la gâchette et sont en état d’alerte totale pour défendre l’Iran ». Il a également insisté sur la nécessité de « …
08:17
08:31
الكتائب

لبنان يراهن على ضغوط أميركية تقنع إسرائيل بتنازلات

08:31
08:46
الكتائب

عون إلى المواجهة الجريئة: اذهب حيثما كان... إنكار مذهل للحزب في يوم انكشافه مع الكارثة

08:46
09:34
Le responsable du dossier des ressources et des frontières au Hezbollah sayed Nawaf al-Moussawi a mis en garde le président libanais contre des négociations avec Israël. « Les négociations avec les sionistes seront jetées à la poubelle comme l’avait été l’accord du 17 mai. Nous l’avorterons ! », a-t-il averti lors d’une interview vendredi soir avec notre chaine …
09:34
09:43
الكتائب

جورج جمهوري: هناك أقلية ما زالت تعيش في ثقافة الموت بينما نحن نريد السلام

09:43

09:44Ceasefire's Fifty-Day Horizon

The newspapers report on the ceasefire's potential extension and diplomatic negotiations, with multiple sources detailing discussions about a 50-day truce and new negotiation rounds (Lebanon Files, Addiyar, Lebanon24, L'Orient-Le Jour). Simultaneously, coverage continues of Hezbollah's rejection of negotiations with Israel and warnings about sovereignty (almanar_fr, Annahar, Kataeb, Al-Manar).

09:44Ceasefire's Fifty-Day Horizon

The newspapers report on the ceasefire's potential extension and diplomatic negotiations, with multiple sources detailing discussions about a 50-day truce and new negotiation rounds (Lebanon Files, Addiyar, Lebanon24, L'Orient-Le Jour). Simultaneously, coverage continues of Hezbollah's rejection of negotiations with Israel and warnings about sovereignty (almanar_fr, Annahar, Kataeb, Al-Manar).
09:58
10:30
11:02
الكتائب

طريق تثبيت الهدنة واضحة.. والدولة قررت أخيرا سلوكها!

11:02

11:12Ceasefire's Open Negotiations

The newspapers report on the ceasefire's implementation and diplomatic negotiations, with multiple sources detailing the truce's temporary nature and open negotiations (Lebanon24, L'Orient-Le Jour, Kataeb, Lebanon Files). Simultaneously, coverage continues of regional developments including Iran's partial airspace opening and demands for war compensation, and tensions in strategic waterways (Addiyar, almanar_en, El Nashra).

11:12Ceasefire's Open Negotiations

The newspapers report on the ceasefire's implementation and diplomatic negotiations, with multiple sources detailing the truce's temporary nature and open negotiations (Lebanon24, L'Orient-Le Jour, Kataeb, Lebanon Files). Simultaneously, coverage continues of regional developments including Iran's partial airspace opening and demands for war compensation, and tensions in strategic waterways (Addiyar, almanar_en, El Nashra).
12:02
Displaced Lebanese continue to return to Beirut’s southern suburbs following the cessation of Israeli aggression and the implementation of a ceasefire, after weeks of offensives that subjected the area to hundreds of airstrikes. During the offensive, the southern suburbs were hit by hundreds of airstrikes targeting residential neighborhoods and various buildings, resulting in widespread damage …
12:02
12:02
الكتائب

الدولة تستعيد المبادرة ... دبلوماسية جوزاف عون تعيد رسم دور لبنان

12:02
12:25
الكتائب

صقر: خطاب الرئيس عون وضع أسس استعادة القرار ورسم طريق الخروج من دويلة الحرب نحو الدولة

12:25

12:46Hormuz Strait Shutters Again

The newspapers report on Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz, with multiple sources detailing the military action and its implications for regional tensions (MTV Lebanon, Al-Manar, Naharnet, Addiyar). Simultaneously, coverage continues of the ceasefire's implementation and diplomatic negotiations, including President Aoun's sovereignty statements and displaced returns (Kataeb, Annahar, almanar_en, LBC, LBCI, Lebanon24).

12:46Hormuz Strait Shutters Again

The newspapers report on Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz, with multiple sources detailing the military action and its implications for regional tensions (MTV Lebanon, Al-Manar, Naharnet, Addiyar). Simultaneously, coverage continues of the ceasefire's implementation and diplomatic negotiations, including President Aoun's sovereignty statements and displaced returns (Kataeb, Annahar, almanar_en, LBC, LBCI, Lebanon24).
13:44
The spokesperson for the Khatam al-Anbiya Central Headquarters says Iran has reasserted control over the Strait of Hormuz due to the United States’ so-called naval blockade of the waterway and its acts of “piracy.” According to Lieutenant-Colonel Ebrahim Zolfaghari, the Islamic Republic of Iran, in line with previous agreements and with good faith during negotiations, …
13:44
14:48
الكتائب

سلام استنكر الاعتداء على اليونيفيل: أعطيت تعليماتي المشددة بفتح تحقيق فوري ومحاسبة المرتكبين

14:48
14:52
Tasnim has found that Iran has so far not agreed to hold the next round of negotiations with the US.According to information obtained by Tasnim from relevant authorities, Iran has so far not agreed on the next round of talks with the United States due to Donald Trump’s announcement regarding a naval blockade of Iran, …
14:52

15:00Ceasefire's Southern Breach

The newspapers report on ceasefire violations in southern Lebanon, with multiple sources detailing Israeli military breaches and Lebanese responses (MTV Lebanon, Addiyar, Annahar, Kataeb, Al Joumhouria). Simultaneously, coverage continues of diplomatic developments including Saudi mediation efforts and Iranian statements on U.S. negotiations (L'Orient-Le Jour, almanar_en, Al-Manar).

15:00Ceasefire's Southern Breach

The newspapers report on ceasefire violations in southern Lebanon, with multiple sources detailing Israeli military breaches and Lebanese responses (MTV Lebanon, Addiyar, Annahar, Kataeb, Al Joumhouria). Simultaneously, coverage continues of diplomatic developments including Saudi mediation efforts and Iranian statements on U.S. negotiations (L'Orient-Le Jour, almanar_en, Al-Manar).
15:20
الكتائب

الرئيس عون عرض مع الرئيس ماكرون مرحلة ما بعد وقف النار وعزّاه باستشهاد عسكري فرنسي من "اليونيفيل"

15:20
15:29
15:53
الكتائب

حنكش: الله ينجينا من الهزيمة إذا هيدي نتيجة النصر

15:53

16:18French Soldier's Death in South Lebanon

The newspapers report on the killing of a French UNIFIL soldier in southern Lebanon and subsequent diplomatic reactions, with multiple sources detailing French President Macron's accusation of Hezbollah's responsibility and Lebanese leaders' condemnations and investigation orders (Lebanon Files, MTV Lebanon, Addiyar, Al Joumhouria). Simultaneously, coverage continues of ceasefire negotiations between Lebanon and Israel, with Hezbollah's hardening stance and warnings against talks (L'Orient-Le Jour, almanar_fr).

16:18French Soldier's Death in South Lebanon

The newspapers report on the killing of a French UNIFIL soldier in southern Lebanon and subsequent diplomatic reactions, with multiple sources detailing French President Macron's accusation of Hezbollah's responsibility and Lebanese leaders' condemnations and investigation orders (Lebanon Files, MTV Lebanon, Addiyar, Al Joumhouria). Simultaneously, coverage continues of ceasefire negotiations between Lebanon and Israel, with Hezbollah's hardening stance and warnings against talks (L'Orient-Le Jour, almanar_fr).
16:50
In a message on Saturday marking Iran’s Army Day, Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Sayyed Mojtaba Khamenei hailed the country’s army for courageously defending the nation in the recent imposed war, just as it did in previous imposed wars. He said the army of the Islamic Republic of Iran has been “courageously defending the …
16:50
16:54
الكتائب

نصّار: لن تمرّ حادثة اليونيفيل دون محاسبة والمتورطون سيُوقَفون

16:54

17:28Macron's Hezbollah Accusation

The newspapers report on the diplomatic fallout from the killing of a French UNIFIL soldier in southern Lebanon, with multiple sources detailing French President Macron's accusation of Hezbollah's responsibility and Lebanese leaders' responses including investigation orders and security guarantees (L'Orient-Le Jour, Kataeb, Al Joumhouria, Lebanon Files). Simultaneously, coverage continues of ceasefire negotiations and regional tensions involving Iran and the U.S. (Addiyar, almanar_en, LBC, LBCI).

17:28Macron's Hezbollah Accusation

The newspapers report on the diplomatic fallout from the killing of a French UNIFIL soldier in southern Lebanon, with multiple sources detailing French President Macron's accusation of Hezbollah's responsibility and Lebanese leaders' responses including investigation orders and security guarantees (L'Orient-Le Jour, Kataeb, Al Joumhouria, Lebanon Files). Simultaneously, coverage continues of ceasefire negotiations and regional tensions involving Iran and the U.S. (Addiyar, almanar_en, LBC, LBCI).
17:47
Hezbollah issued on Saturday a statement to dent any connection to the incident that occurred with UNIFIL forces in the Al-Ghandouriya – Bint Jbeil area, calling for caution in passing judgments and assigning responsibilities, pending the Lebanese Army’s investigations to fully ascertain the circumstances of the incident. Hezbollah also stressed the continuation of cooperation between …
17:47
17:58
L’armée d’occupation israélienne a annoncé samedi avoir établi une « ligne jaune » dans le sud du Liban, où elle ne dispose pas de ligne géographique continue », selon un expert. Elle a déclaré soutenir le cessez-le-feu avec le Liban, exprimant le souhait que les négociations directes avec les autorités libanaises Elle a déclaré qu’au cours des dernières …
17:58
18:40

19:06Israel's Yellow Line in the South

The newspapers report on Israel's establishment of a 'yellow line' demarcation in southern Lebanon despite the ceasefire, with multiple sources detailing ongoing Israeli strikes and military actions in the region (L'Orient-Le Jour, almanar_fr, Annahar, Al-Manar). Simultaneously, coverage continues of Hezbollah's denial of involvement in the UNIFIL clash and calls for caution in assigning responsibility (Al Joumhouria, almanar_en, Kataeb).

19:06Israel's Yellow Line in the South

The newspapers report on Israel's establishment of a 'yellow line' demarcation in southern Lebanon despite the ceasefire, with multiple sources detailing ongoing Israeli strikes and military actions in the region (L'Orient-Le Jour, almanar_fr, Annahar, Al-Manar). Simultaneously, coverage continues of Hezbollah's denial of involvement in the UNIFIL clash and calls for caution in assigning responsibility (Al Joumhouria, almanar_en, Kataeb).

20:58Israel's Yellow Line in the South

The newspapers report on Israel's establishment of a 'yellow line' demarcation in southern Lebanon despite the ceasefire, with multiple sources detailing ongoing Israeli military actions including strikes and house demolitions (MTV Lebanon, Addiyar, almanar_fr, Annahar, Al-Manar). Simultaneously, coverage continues of Hezbollah's denial of involvement in the UNIFIL clash and calls for caution in assigning responsibility (almanar_en, Kataeb, Lebanon Files).

20:58Israel's Yellow Line in the South

The newspapers report on Israel's establishment of a 'yellow line' demarcation in southern Lebanon despite the ceasefire, with multiple sources detailing ongoing Israeli military actions including strikes and house demolitions (MTV Lebanon, Addiyar, almanar_fr, Annahar, Al-Manar). Simultaneously, coverage continues of Hezbollah's denial of involvement in the UNIFIL clash and calls for caution in assigning responsibility (almanar_en, Kataeb, Lebanon Files).
21:55
الكتائب

تحذيرات من انهيار التهدئة بين أميركا وإيران... استعدادات إسرائيلية للعودة إلى القتال

21:55

22:15Hezbollah's Constitutional Refusal

The newspapers report on Hezbollah's political positioning regarding cooperation with Lebanese authorities and negotiations with Israel, with multiple sources detailing statements from Hezbollah officials about openness to cooperation while rejecting direct talks with Israel as unconstitutional (Al Joumhouria, MTV Lebanon, LBC, LBCI, Al-Manar). Simultaneously, coverage continues of diplomatic tensions over the UNIFIL soldier's death, with Macron accusing Hezbollah and the group denying involvement (L'Orient-Le Jour, Lebanon Files, almanar_en).

22:15Hezbollah's Constitutional Refusal

The newspapers report on Hezbollah's political positioning regarding cooperation with Lebanese authorities and negotiations with Israel, with multiple sources detailing statements from Hezbollah officials about openness to cooperation while rejecting direct talks with Israel as unconstitutional (Al Joumhouria, MTV Lebanon, LBC, LBCI, Al-Manar). Simultaneously, coverage continues of diplomatic tensions over the UNIFIL soldier's death, with Macron accusing Hezbollah and the group denying involvement (L'Orient-Le Jour, Lebanon Files, almanar_en).
22:22
22:22
الكتائب

العسكرية تفتح تحقيقًا بعد الاعتداء على عناصر "اليونيفيل"

22:22
22:47
الكتائب

لبنان في الهدنة: إسرائيل تضم 55 بلدة إلى نطاقها الأمني

22:47
23:05
الكتائب

الصايغ: أخشى ما أخشاه أن نذهب لجولة قتال جديدة وليت العائدين إلى منازلهم بالأمس واليوم أرسلوا صور منازلهم وقراهم للشيخ نعيم قاسم قبل أن يلقي كلمته الليلة

23:05
23:14
الكتائب

الصايغ: أخشى ما أخشاه الذهاب لجولة قتال جديدة وليت العائدين أرسلوا صور منازلهم وقراهم لقاسم قبل أن يلقي كلمته الليلة

23:14