Iran war day 113: Tehran presses US over Lebanon ceasefire
Summary
Iran says it is willing to continue diplomatic talks with the United States but demands that Washington ensure Israel stops attacking Lebanon as part of a ceasefire agreement. Meanwhile, Israeli strikes in southern Lebanon have continued despite reports of a ceasefire, creating uncertainty about the truce’s success.Key Facts
- Iran views Lebanon as a test of whether the US can control Israel in support of a ceasefire.
- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the US must ensure Israel follows the ceasefire terms.
- A US official confirmed Israel and Hezbollah agreed to a ceasefire in Lebanon, but attacks are still reported.
- Some experts warn Iran’s linking of Lebanon’s ceasefire to the US talks may cause problems.
- The Trump administration seeks a full ceasefire on all fronts, including Lebanon and Hezbollah.
- New peace talks between Israel and Lebanon are planned in Washington in late June.
- Hezbollah rejects the peace talks, and disputes remain over disarming the group.
- Despite the ceasefire agreement, Israeli strikes in Lebanon have continued after the deadline.
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