Hezbollah rejects Israel-Lebanon agreement as Israeli attacks hit south
Summary
Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem has rejected a recent agreement between Lebanon and Israel, calling it humiliating and a loss of Lebanon’s control. The deal, mediated by the US, aims to normalize relations but does not require Israel to leave southern Lebanon. Despite the agreement, Israeli air strikes continued in southern Lebanon, and Hezbollah supporters protested in Beirut.Key Facts
- Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem said the Lebanon-Israel agreement surrenders Lebanon’s sovereignty.
- The US-mediated deal links Israel’s withdrawal to Hezbollah disarming, which Hezbollah rejects.
- Israel’s government officials suggested Israeli forces may stay in Lebanon even after Hezbollah disarms.
- The agreement focuses on recognition and peace talks but does not force Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon.
- Hezbollah supporters protested by blocking roads and burning tires in Beirut after the deal was signed.
- Israeli air strikes continued near southern Lebanese towns after the agreement.
- Some Lebanese officials called the deal a sign Lebanon is acting like a proper state.
- Lebanese security forces were ordered to prevent protests and identify rioters opposing the agreement.
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