Israel and Lebanon agree to renew ceasefire if Hezbollah cuts off attacks
Summary
Israel and Lebanon have agreed to renew a ceasefire if Hezbollah stops attacks and withdraws from parts of southern Lebanon. The deal, supported by the U.S., aims to reduce fighting and create zones controlled solely by the Lebanese military to improve stability.Key Facts
- Israel, Lebanon, and the U.S. announced the ceasefire deal on Wednesday.
- Hezbollah must stop attacks and evacuate certain areas in southern Lebanon for the ceasefire to hold.
- Lebanon plans to set up “pilot zones” where only its military will operate, without other armed groups.
- The ceasefire talks happened in Washington, with more negotiations planned in about three weeks.
- Fighting between Israel and Hezbollah has caused over 3,000 deaths in Lebanon and dozens in Israel since March.
- More than one million people have been displaced in Lebanon due to the conflict.
- The conflict affects broader U.S.-Iran negotiations over peace and Iran's nuclear program.
- President Trump has urged both Israel and Lebanon to stop fighting and reach a peaceful solution.
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