Lebanon fears talks with Israel could push the country to the brink of civil war

Lebanon's pro-government camp views the talks in Washington as part of a broader effort to curb escalation, while the pro-Hezbollah camp warns of a path detached from the reality on the ground. Beirut is waiting to gauge domestic reactions before forming a stance, a Lebanese source said

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Lebanon fears talks with Israel could push the country to the brink of civil war

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Lebanon's pro-government camp views the talks in Washington as part of a broader effort to curb escalation, while the pro-Hezbollah camp warns of a path detached from the reality on the ground. Beirut is waiting to gauge domestic reactions before forming a stance, a Lebanese source said

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Jack Khoury

12:05 AM • April 16 2026 IDT

There are growing concerns in Lebanon that direct talks with Israel could deepen the country's sectarian divisions and even amount to reigniting civil clashes.

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