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24.05.2026

The Day Qassem Threatened the Government

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This page is an archive of main headlines from Lebanon for 24.05.2026.

It displays 142 headlines from many sources chronologically, as they appeared throughout the day, accompanied by AI overviews that were written in real time.

24.05.2026The Day Qassem Threatened the Government

The day opened with Trump claiming the US-Iran deal is 'largely negotiated' and includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz, but Iran denied agreeing. By mid-morning, Israeli strikes killed 11 in Nabatieh, including women and children. In the afternoon, Hezbollah leader Qassem escalated rhetoric, calling for the government to resign if it fails to defend Lebanon, drawing sharp US condemnation from Rubio. Netanyahu asserted Trump supports Israel's right to self-defense in Lebanon. The evening saw Gulf indices rise on deal optimism, while Israeli media reported Hezbollah's resilience. The day's editorial focus shifted from the deal's progress to Qassem's ultimatum and the US response.

24.05.2026
00:09
L’armée ennemie israélienne a reconnu la mort d’un soldat israélien tué vendredi dans une opération de la Résistance islamique au sud du Liban. Selon son porte-parole, le soldat a péri et deux autres ont été blessés dans l’explosion d’un drone piégé envoyé vendredi vers une position israélienne à la frontière avec le Liban. Il travaillait …
00:09
07:07
الكتائب

المنطقة على عتبة "السلام الشامل" أو "الدمار الشامل"

07:07

07:43The Strait of Hormuz Accord

The newspapers focus on the emerging US-Iran agreement, with Trump claiming it is 'largely negotiated' and includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz (Naharnet, Addiyar, Lebanon Files). Hezbollah-aligned Al-Manar disputes this, citing Fars news. L'Orient-Le Jour warns of dangers. Meanwhile, a soldier killed near the Lebanese border and Hezbollah drone footage over Shomera (almanar_fr, almanar_en) keep military escalation in view.

07:43The Strait of Hormuz Accord

The newspapers focus on the emerging US-Iran agreement, with Trump claiming it is 'largely negotiated' and includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz (Naharnet, Addiyar, Lebanon Files). Hezbollah-aligned Al-Manar disputes this, citing Fars news. L'Orient-Le Jour warns of dangers. Meanwhile, a soldier killed near the Lebanese border and Hezbollah drone footage over Shomera (almanar_fr, almanar_en) keep military escalation in view.
07:53
الكتائب

بالفيديو - إطلاق نار قرب البيت الأبيض ومقتل المشتبه به

07:53
08:00
الكتائب

اتفاق إيران وأميركا يشمل لبنان... ماذا أبلغ نتنياهو ترامب حول "حزب الله"؟

08:00
08:12
الكتائب

حماوة قياسية في لبنان على وَقع "الاختراق" الأميركي الإيراني

08:12
09:54
President Donald Trump said Saturday that a deal aimed at ending the war with Iran could be announced “shortly,” adding that negotiators are currently working through the “final aspects” of an emerging agreement, Axios reported. The remarks followed a series of high-level calls with Arab and Muslim leaders, as well as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin …
09:54
10:50
الكتائب

مصلّيًا لنجاح المفاوضات.. الراعي: من يصنع خيرًا للبنان يكون شريكًا في استقراره وسلامه

10:50
10:51

11:18Trump's Iran Deal Nears Finalization

The newspapers focus on the emerging US-Iran deal, with Trump saying it will be finalized 'shortly' (Al-Manar, Lebanon Files, almanar_en). Iran denies agreeing (MTV Lebanon). Meanwhile, Israeli strikes continue in Lebanon (LBCI, LBC).

11:18Trump's Iran Deal Nears Finalization

The newspapers focus on the emerging US-Iran deal, with Trump saying it will be finalized 'shortly' (Al-Manar, Lebanon Files, almanar_en). Iran denies agreeing (MTV Lebanon). Meanwhile, Israeli strikes continue in Lebanon (LBCI, LBC).
11:47
The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps (IRGC) warned that any renewed act of aggression against Iran would trigger a “devastating and hellish” response extending across the region and beyond. IRGC Commander Brigadier General Ahmad Vahidi released a message on Sunday to mark the 44th anniversary of the liberation of the strategic port city …
11:47
11:59
الكتائب

على عتبة الاتفاق الإيراني – الأميركي ...هل من حصة للبنان وماذا سيحصد!؟

11:59

13:29The Iran Deal's Lebanese Shadow

The newspapers focus on the emerging US-Iran deal and its implications for Lebanon. L'Orient-Le Jour and Kataeb discuss Hezbollah's role in peace with Israel and Lebanon's stake in the agreement. Meanwhile, Israeli strikes continue, with Naharnet and MTV Lebanon reporting on Netanyahu's demand for freedom of action in Lebanon and Trump's support. Al-Manar and almanar_en highlight Hezbollah operations and Iran's warning of a 'hellish' response to aggression.

13:29The Iran Deal's Lebanese Shadow

The newspapers focus on the emerging US-Iran deal and its implications for Lebanon. L'Orient-Le Jour and Kataeb discuss Hezbollah's role in peace with Israel and Lebanon's stake in the agreement. Meanwhile, Israeli strikes continue, with Naharnet and MTV Lebanon reporting on Netanyahu's demand for freedom of action in Lebanon and Trump's support. Al-Manar and almanar_en highlight Hezbollah operations and Iran's warning of a 'hellish' response to aggression.
13:51
Hezbollah’s continued use of suicide drones remains a persistent concern for Israel, as the group’s Military Media Department releases fresh footage showing strikes targeting Israeli vehicles and military forces operating in southern Lebanon. The video below shows Hezbollah’s “Ababil” attack drone diving toward an Israeli Namera vehicle in the southern Lebanese village of Taybe. The …
13:51
14:03
14:14
الكتائب

إنذار إسرائيلي.. والغارات مستمرة

14:14
14:20
14:26
15:43
15:43
الكتائب

الرئيس عون هنأ اللاعبة ليتيسيا عون لمناسبة تأهّلها إلى الألعاب الآسيوية 2026

15:43

15:45The Iran Deal's Lebanese Clause

The newspapers focus on the potential US-Iran deal and its implications for Lebanon's war. L'Orient-Le Jour, Naharnet, Al-Manar, and almanar_en report that the deal requires ending the war in Lebanon, though disagreements persist. Lebanon Files quotes official sources insisting Lebanon negotiates for itself, not as a bargaining chip. Meanwhile, MTV Lebanon and Al-Manar report ongoing Israeli strikes and Hezbollah operations.

15:45The Iran Deal's Lebanese Clause

The newspapers focus on the potential US-Iran deal and its implications for Lebanon's war. L'Orient-Le Jour, Naharnet, Al-Manar, and almanar_en report that the deal requires ending the war in Lebanon, though disagreements persist. Lebanon Files quotes official sources insisting Lebanon negotiates for itself, not as a bargaining chip. Meanwhile, MTV Lebanon and Al-Manar report ongoing Israeli strikes and Hezbollah operations.
15:49
الكتائب

بعد الإنذار... سلسلة غارات على سحمر

15:49
16:50
الكتائب

إنذارات إسرائيلية وغارات مستمرة

16:50

17:45Trump Delays Iranian Deal Finalization

Editors shift focus toward President Trump’s sudden caution regarding a potential US-Iran memorandum, emphasizing his directive to avoid rushing into "bad deals" (Naharnet, MTV Lebanon, LBCI, LBC). While Hezbollah-aligned outlets detail persistent disagreements over specific MOU clauses (almanar_en, Al-Manar), mainstream and sovereignist sources continue reporting intensive Israeli threats and airstrikes across southern Lebanese towns (Addiyar, Kataeb). Lebanon's independent role in negotiations remains a priority (Lebanon Files).

17:45Trump Delays Iranian Deal Finalization

Editors shift focus toward President Trump’s sudden caution regarding a potential US-Iran memorandum, emphasizing his directive to avoid rushing into "bad deals" (Naharnet, MTV Lebanon, LBCI, LBC). While Hezbollah-aligned outlets detail persistent disagreements over specific MOU clauses (almanar_en, Al-Manar), mainstream and sovereignist sources continue reporting intensive Israeli threats and airstrikes across southern Lebanese towns (Addiyar, Kataeb). Lebanon's independent role in negotiations remains a priority (Lebanon Files).
18:30
The Zionist Channel 12 reported that for weeks, Israeli soldiers have been saying the prevailing feeling in Lebanon is one of being like “sitting ducks in a shooting range.” The channel stated that the launching of explosive drones at soldiers and along the northern border, which makes the “released statistics” harsh, only demonstrates the seriousness …
18:30

20:17Qasim's Third Liberation Vow

The newspapers focus on Hezbollah leader Qasim's threats to declare a 'third liberation' and his defiance of US sanctions, while Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon kill 11, including women and children. Netanyahu asserts Trump supports Israel's right to self-defense on all fronts, including Lebanon. The southern front remains active with raids and warnings.

20:17Qasim's Third Liberation Vow

The newspapers focus on Hezbollah leader Qasim's threats to declare a 'third liberation' and his defiance of US sanctions, while Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon kill 11, including women and children. Netanyahu asserts Trump supports Israel's right to self-defense on all fronts, including Lebanon. The southern front remains active with raids and warnings.
20:39
Hezbollah Secretary General, His Eminence Sheikh Naim Qassem, affirmed that the Resistance is the product and fruit of the movement of all honorable national resistance fighters, and that liberation is the fruit of their combined efforts, noting the major role of the leader Imam Sayyed Musa al-Sadr. Sheikh Qassem recalled the role of the then-President …
20:39
21:26
الكتائب

بين وقف النار وحرية الحركة الاسرائيلية.. هل يبقى سلاح الحزب خارج المعادلة؟

21:26
21:56
الكتائب

واشنطن: حزب الله يهدد استقرار لبنان والولايات المتحدة تؤكد دعمها للحكومة الشرعية

21:56

22:03Qassem's Government Ultimatum

Hezbollah leader Qassem escalates rhetoric, calling for government resignation if it fails to defend Lebanon, drawing sharp US condemnation. Meanwhile, Gulf indices rise on optimism over a potential US-Iran deal, and Israeli reports claim assassination of Hamas leaders.

22:03Qassem's Government Ultimatum

Hezbollah leader Qassem escalates rhetoric, calling for government resignation if it fails to defend Lebanon, drawing sharp US condemnation. Meanwhile, Gulf indices rise on optimism over a potential US-Iran deal, and Israeli reports claim assassination of Hamas leaders.
23:40