Netanyahu Expresses Conditional Support
- Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that Israel supports the US President Donald Trump-backed ceasefire initiative. The agreement establishes a two-week temporary ceasefire between the United States and Iran.
- Netanyahu explained that the ceasefire does not extend to Lebanon. His office released an official statement to explain this position.
Key Conditions in the Ceasefire Proposal
The statement outlined specific conditions linked to the ceasefire:
- Iranian authorities must restore access to the Strait of Hormuz
- Iranian authorities need to cease their attacks against Gulf states which include Israel
Israel also expressed support for US efforts to address major concerns related to Iran. The main concerns which Israel identified include:
- Nuclear program development
- Missile capabilities
- Support for militant activities
The statement added that the United States has given assurances. The US will protect Israeli and Allied interests during upcoming negotiations.
Disagreement Over Lebanon’s Inclusion
- Netanyahu explained that the ceasefire does not extend to Lebanon.
- The Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed an opposing viewpoint. He stated that the US-Iran ceasefire agreement should also apply to Lebanon.
Ongoing Attacks in Lebanon
- Israeli forces have continued their military operations throughout Lebanon.
- The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) conducted military operations through their airstrikes which targeted southern Lebanon.
- Airstrikes struck various locations throughout the regional city.
- Iran introduced a 10-point plan to its allies. In that proposal, Iran stated that its allied groups should not face attacks during the ceasefire period.
- Israeli strikes against Lebanon territory have persisted despite this proposal.
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