After two days of intense negotiations in Washington, mediated by the United States, Israel and Lebanon reached a ceasefire agreement
The understanding was announced this Wednesday and is directly contingent on Hezbollah completely ceasing attacks and withdrawing all its fighters from the southern region of the Litani River in southern Lebanon.
According to the joint statement, Israel and Lebanon will quickly create pilot zones where only the Lebanese army will have full control of the territory, without the presence of any non-state armed group.
This measure seeks to stabilize the area and pave the way for a broader peace and security agreement between the two countries.
All three sides – the United States, Israel, and Lebanon – rejected any attempt at external interference that could compromise Lebanon’s future.
They reinforced that relations between the two neighbors should be decided solely by the sovereign governments of each.
Israel and Lebanon also declared that they have no hostile intentions towards each other and committed to continuing direct talks to build mutual trust.
The agreement builds on previous defense discussions and includes a strategic plan to guarantee the sovereignty, security, and territorial integrity of both Israel and Lebanon.
This involves the disarmament of non-state armed groups and preventing their re-emergence.
Participants condemned Iran’s attacks in the region and actions that threaten the stability of the Middle East.
The United States pledged to strengthen the Lebanese army so that it can exercise effective control throughout the country’s territory.
Israel, in turn, stated that its security will only be guaranteed with the complete disarmament of Hezbollah and the end of its infrastructure throughout Lebanon.
Lebanon, on the other hand, stressed the importance of respecting recognized international borders and the urgent need to comply with the ceasefire.
Political and security talks between the parties are expected to resume the week of June 22, with the United States acting as the main mediator.
This was the fourth round of direct negotiations mediated by the Americans.
President Donald Trump had already expressed optimism about the possibility of peace between Israel and Lebanon this year and expressed a desire to host Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun in Washington for a high-level meeting.
However, the Lebanese side has made it clear that a ceasefire and Israeli withdrawal from southern Lebanon are essential conditions before any direct meeting between the leaders.
This progress represents an important step towards reducing tensions on the border between the two countries.
Published in 06/04/2026 09h36
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