Middle East war live: Israel and Lebanon agree to implement a ceasefire
Summary
Israel and Lebanon agreed to continue their ceasefire and to set up special security zones in Lebanon where Hezbollah fighters will not be allowed. The two countries are holding US-mediated talks and plan to meet again in June to work toward a full peace and security agreement.Key Facts
- Israel and Lebanon renewed a fragile ceasefire agreement.
- They plan to create "pilot" security zones in Lebanon that Hezbollah militants must leave.
- The Lebanese army will have exclusive control over these zones, excluding non-state groups like Hezbollah.
- The ceasefire depends on Hezbollah stopping all attacks and leaving areas south of the Litani River.
- Lebanon and Israel do not have formal diplomatic ties but are engaging in talks mediated by the US.
- The next round of talks on political and security issues is set for the week of June 22.
- Iran supports Hezbollah and wants Israeli attacks on Lebanon to stop, linking this to broader conflicts.
- President Donald Trump supports separating peace talks between Lebanon-Israel and the US-Iran conflicts.
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