On The Foreign Scene
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has urged the security cabinet to approve a U.S.-brokered ceasefire deal with Hezbollah, following months of escalating conflict. In a video statement on Tuesday, Netanyahu emphasized that the deal’s success depends on compliance from Hezbollah in Lebanon, warning of decisive Israeli retaliation for any violations.
The agreement includes continued Israeli military freedom of action, and Netanyahu celebrated key achievements, including the elimination of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah and the destruction of the group’s weapons infrastructure.
Talks gained momentum after intensified hostilities last weekend, with Hezbollah firing over 250 rockets into Israel. U.S. Special Envoy Amos Hochstein played a crucial role, engaging both Israeli and Lebanese leaders to facilitate negotiations.
The ceasefire aims to de-escalate one of the region’s deadliest confrontations in recent months, though tensions remain high. Updates are expected after the cabinet vote.
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