politics
Israel and Lebanon agree to renew ceasefire as Trump seeks to overcome barriers to Iran deal
The US said the ceasefire was contingent on a complete cessation of fire from the Iran-aligned Hezbollah militia
TL;DR
- Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a ceasefire brokered by the US.
- The ceasefire is conditional on Hezbollah ceasing all fire and evacuating its operatives from southern Lebanon.
- Pilot zones will be established where Lebanese armed forces will have exclusive control.
- Hezbollah has not participated in the talks and stated it will not accept a partial ceasefire.
- The agreement is seen as a step towards resolving broader conflicts, including the war with Iran.