Jerusalem: Israel wants "more serious" US-brokered talks with Lebanon, a spokesman for Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Saturday. Earlier Hezbollah said that Israeli attacks on Lebanon would be met with an "appropriate" response and urged Lebanese authorities to halt "humiliating" negotiations with Israel after strikes on the country's south killed at least 11 people.

According to France24.com, the situation between Israel and Lebanon has intensified following recent deadly strikes. Hezbollah's statement highlighted the tension, emphasizing the need for Lebanese authorities to reconsider their negotiation stance with Israel. The group described the ongoing talks as "humiliating" amid escalating violence that resulted in significant casualties.

The call for more serious negotiations by Israel reflects a desire to address the underlying issues contributing to the conflict. The involvement of the United States as a mediator in these discussions underscores the complexity and international dimension of the situation. Both nations are under pressure to find a resolution that prevents further loss of life and stabilizes the region.