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STANDARD DIPLOMATIC UNVERIFIED

Netanyahu denies Hezbollah inclusion in Iran-mediated ceasefire proposal

Apr 08, 2026 12:43 AM CT Lebanon ceasefire,diplomacy,hezbollah,iran,israel,netanyahu

Summary

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu refuted claims that a ceasefire deal mediated by Iran includes provisions for Hezbollah, despite initial Iranian proposals demanding a halt to Israeli strikes on the group. This clarification highlights the ongoing diplomatic friction regarding the scope of potential de-escalation measures and Israel's refusal to integrate the proxy into a formal agreement. The incident underscores the complexity of negotiations involving state and non-state actors in the Lebanon theater.

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Iran had demanded in its initial 10-point proposal for Israel to halt its strikes on Hezbollah in Lebanon, leading to speculation of the terror group's inclusion in the deal.

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Actor Responses

Israel NEUTRAL

Refuted claims that Hezbollah is included in the ceasefire deal.

Iran MEDIATOR

Submitted a 10-point proposal demanding Israel halt strikes on Hezbollah.

Hezbollah NEUTRAL

Subject of the proposed ceasefire terms and Israeli strikes.

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