The agreement will see both Israeli forces and Hezbollah withdraw from southern Lebanon, with an emphasis on a permanent cessation of hostilities and disarmament in the region.
Ceasefire Agreement Between Israel and Hezbollah: Key Highlights and Implications
Ceasefire Agreement Between Israel and Hezbollah: Key Highlights and Implications
A new ceasefire deal has been established between Israel and Hezbollah, aiming to conclude over a year of conflict, with support from the United States and France.
A ceasefire agreement has come into effect to halt 13 months of conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, supported by the US and France. The ceasefire outlines key conditions, mandating that Hezbollah dismantles its armed presence in southern Lebanon within 60 days, coinciding with an Israeli withdrawal. The deal, described as a “permanent cessation of hostilities” by US President Joe Biden, lays out responsibilities for both the Israeli and Lebanese governments, bypassing direct negotiations with Hezbollah. Both parties are expected to prevent further military actions against each other, as stipulated by UN Security Council resolution 1701.
Additionally, a substantial deployment of 10,000 Lebanese troops to the south seeks to maintain security and prevent a power vacuum, with the US and France pledging to support the Lebanese military's capabilities. However, uncertainties remain regarding the Lebanese army's potential role in addressing Hezbollah's future activities and defense of sovereign rights. Meanwhile, both Israel and Lebanon retain their rights to self-defense under international law, raising the stakes should the agreements be violated.
The ceasefire is anticipated to reshape the political landscape in Lebanon and Israel, with international observers monitoring compliance to avoid further escalation.
