Berri: No negotiations with Israel before end of fighting in southern Lebanon

Lebanese Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri said there can be no negotiations with Israel while fighting continues in southern Lebanon, stressing that halting the war must come first. In remarks reported by his media office and published in An-Nahar, Berri said: “Stopping the war must precede any political process,” rejecting talks without clear guarantees that Israeli military actions will cease. His comments come as Israeli forces continue operations in southern Lebanon, including reported evacuation orders for residents of several villages, underscoring the fragility of the current ceasefire. Berri said any future settlement must include an Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese territory, describing it as a fundamental condition for entering negotiations. The developments highlight the challenges facing international efforts, including those led by […]