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Israel and Lebanon agree to implementation of ceasefire

  • Lebanon and Israel, guided by the U.S., agreed to implement a ceasefire if Hezbollah stops firing and evacuates operatives from the South Litani area, with pilot zones to give the Lebanese Armed Forces exclusive control.
  • Despite the deal, violence has continued this week — Israeli drone strikes killed people in southern Lebanon and Israel said it intercepted a hostile aircraft likely from Hezbollah.
  • The two sides will resume political and security talks the week of June 22 to try to reach a broader agreement.
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