Israel and Lebanon Reach Ceasefire Agreement Following US Mediation
'Complete cessation of fire by Hezbollah': Lebanon and Israel agree to ceasefire after US talks
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Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a ceasefire to halt hostilities, facilitated by the US. The agreement requires Hezbollah to cease attacks and withdraw from southern Litani, allowing the Lebanese Armed Forces to take full control of the area.
- 01The ceasefire was announced by the Trump administration following a high-level trilateral meeting in the White House.
- 02Hezbollah must completely halt its attacks as part of the ceasefire agreement.
- 03The Lebanese Armed Forces will gain full control over designated zones, excluding non-state actors.
- 04This ceasefire aims to support broader efforts to resolve the U.S.-Israeli conflict with Iran.
- 05The agreement marks a significant diplomatic achievement in the region.
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Israel and Lebanon have reached a ceasefire agreement to end hostilities, as announced by the Trump administration on June 3. This development follows the fourth high-level trilateral meeting convened by the United States. According to State Department Chief of Staff Daniel Holler, the ceasefire hinges on Hezbollah, the Iran-aligned militant group, completely ceasing its attacks and withdrawing its fighters from the southern Litani area. Furthermore, both nations have agreed to establish zones where the Lebanese Armed Forces will assume full control, effectively excluding non-state actors from these areas. This ceasefire is seen as a crucial step towards broader peace efforts in the region.
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The ceasefire could stabilize the region and reduce hostilities between Israel and Lebanon, affecting local communities and security dynamics.
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