A senior US official reported that Israel and Hezbollah have reached a ceasefire agreement, effective from 4 PM this Friday (June 19, 2026)
Despite Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s firm statement following a Hezbollah attack that killed four Israeli soldiers in southern Lebanon, sources indicate that Israel does not intend to escalate attacks.
The US government had informed Iran that it did not expect an Israeli escalation.
Netanyahu reiterated that Israel will not accept attacks against its soldiers or territory and that the response will be harsh.
He stated that Israeli forces will remain in the security zone in southern Lebanon for as long as necessary to protect communities in the north of the country.
Defense Minister Israel Katz lamented the soldiers’ deaths and warned that any violation of the ceasefire by Hezbollah will be met with force.
He confirmed that Israeli troops will remain present in the region, from the Mediterranean coast to the Beaufort Mountains.
Iran condemned the Israeli attacks and said the United States bears direct responsibility, vowing to defend its interests and allies.
Since the start of the ceasefire in Lebanon in April, 23 Israeli soldiers and one Defense Ministry official have died in the region.
Published in 06/19/2026 15h35
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