Is Lebanon included? Country hopeful for US-Iran ceasefire, despite doubts
Summary
A new ceasefire agreement between the United States and Iran reportedly includes Lebanon, aiming to end the fighting in southern Lebanon that started in 2023. While some Lebanese people have begun returning home, officials warn that security conditions remain uncertain and Israeli attacks have not fully stopped.Key Facts
- The US and Iran announced a ceasefire deal that includes Lebanon, according to Iranian and Pakistani officials.
- Fighting in southern Lebanon intensified in March 2024 after Hezbollah fired rockets at Israel.
- Since the conflict began, around 3,783 people have been killed and more than 11,000 wounded in Lebanon.
- Over 1.2 million Lebanese have been forced to leave their homes due to fighting and bombing by Israeli forces.
- The Lebanese army warned people near the border not to return home until security improves.
- Pakistan helped mediate the agreement, which calls for a permanent end to military actions on all fronts, including Lebanon.
- Lebanon’s president and parliament speaker welcomed the deal and hope it will end violence and enable recovery.
- Previous ceasefire attempts have failed, and Israel has continued some attacks despite agreements.
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