Western Nations Warn Against Major Israeli Ground Offensive in Lebanon

Canada, France, Germany, Italy, and Britain issued a joint statement on March 16, 2026, warning against a significant Israeli ground offensive in Lebanon due to potential devastating humanitarian consequences and the risk of a prolonged conflict. The statement highlighted the already alarming humanitarian situation in Lebanon amid mass displacement and expressed support for Lebanese government efforts to disarm the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah, which entered the conflict after attacks on Israel.