European leaders warn against Israeli ground incursion into Lebanon

European leaders warn against Israeli ground incursion into Lebanon The leaders of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, and the UK on Monday said Israel must avoid mounting a ground incursion into Lebanon , after it resumed its war on the country's south two weeks ago. They said they are "gravely concerned" by the attacks on all sides, and demanded a return to the negotiating table. "A significant Israeli ground offensive would have devastating humanitarian consequences and could lead to a protracted conflict.