LIVE: Ayatollah warns 'only place' for US is 'at bottom of waters'

Lebanon president condemns ‘Israeli violations’ of ceasefire

Plumes of smoke ascend from Marjeyoun in southern Lebanon

A photograph taken from the southern Lebanese area of Marjeyoun shows the smoke traces of Israeli shelling as it targets the village of Yohmor on April 30, 2026. Lebanon's President urged Israel to fully implement a ceasefire before beginning direct talks, after Israeli strikes killed more than 20 people in the last two days. Israel has been fighting Hezbollah since early March, sending troops into south Lebanon to battle the Iran-backed militant group, with the violence ongoing despite a shaky April 17 truce. (Photo by AFP via Getty Images)

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun has strongly denounced what he views as persistent breaches of the ceasefire by Israel. Aoun has urged the global community to press Israel to halt its attacks targeting civilians and emergency responders.

In his address today, President Aoun criticized the “ongoing Israeli violations” occurring in southern Lebanon, emphasizing that these actions persist “despite the ceasefire agreement.” He noted the destruction of homes and places of worship, highlighting the increasing toll of casualties with each passing day.

“It is imperative to apply pressure on Israel to adhere to international laws and conventions,” Aoun declared in his statement. He insisted that Israel must stop targeting civilians, paramedics, civil defense personnel, and humanitarian health and relief organizations, as the tenuous ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah approaches its two-week milestone.

‘Pressure must be exerted on Israel to ensure it respects international laws and conventions and ceases targeting civilians, paramedics, civil defence, and humanitarian health and relief organisations,’ he added in a statement, as the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah nears the two-week mark.

You May Also Like

UnitedHealthcare CEO’s Uncle Says Luigi Mangione Must Face Justice

The uncle of slain UnitedHealthcare chief executive Brian Thompson says he hopes…

Harvey Weinstein’s Ex-Wife Georgina Chapman Enjoys Boat Day With Adrien Brody

Georgina Chapman appeared to be enjoying a carefree Mediterranean escape — and…

Albanese Secures NSW Gun Buyback Deal After Bondi Massacre

Anthony Albanese has struck a significant federal-state agreement with New South Wales…

Farrah Fawcett’s Son Redmond O’Neal Appears to Reveal New Nazi-Inspired Tattoo

Redmond O’Neal, the only son of Hollywood icons Farrah Fawcett and Ryan…

Inside Oprah and Stedman Graham’s Decades-Long Private Romance

After four decades as Oprah Winfrey’s longtime partner, Stedman Graham has become…

CNN Panelist Criticizes Karoline Leavitt Over Age-Gap Relationship

CNN commentator Sophia Nelson launched a harsh public attack on Karoline Leavitt,…

NYC Sidewalk Trash Plan Sparks UES Backlash as Critics Warn of ‘Dumpsterville’

Upper East Side residents are blasting NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s plan to…

Penis Doctor Trusted by Sports Stars, Billionaires and Celebs

In a single year, I handled more penises than most people will…

Prince Harry Hopes to Visit UK Every Few Months After Reunion With King Charles

Prince Harry is hoping to spend more time in Britain over the…

Jason Arday, Former Cambridge University Professor, Found Dead

Professor Jason Arday, the prominent Cambridge University academic recently caught up in…

Experimental Vaccine Shrinks Precancerous Pancreatic Cysts in Early Study

An experimental vaccine could open a new front against pancreatic cancer by…

Heiress Sues Banks Over Claims They Helped Father Plunder $650 Million Trust Fund

At her storybook wedding in a grand 400-year-old manor house on Jersey,…