German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock described the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon as a “ray of hope” for the entire region.
The German newspaper “Spiegel” reported, citing Baerbock, that this truce represents “a success for diplomacy and what can be achieved through it.”
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expressed his country’s welcome of reaching a ceasefire agreement in Lebanon, calling on all parties to implement it fully.
The Canadian Prime Ministry published Trudeau saying: “Canada welcomes the ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon, which entered into force at 4:00 a.m. Jerusalem time.”
He stressed the necessity of this step to ensure stability and security in the region, thanking the United States and France for their efforts in achieving the agreement.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said that the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon would provide a measure of relief to civilians.
He added that immediate progress must be seen towards reaching a ceasefire in Gaza, releasing all hostages, and lifting restrictions on humanitarian access to the Strip.
For his part, British Foreign Secretary David Lammy affirmed Britain’s support for the role of UNIFIL forces in maintaining peace on the Blue Line between Israel and Lebanon, while strengthening cooperation with the Lebanese Armed Forces, and urged adherence to the ceasefire to pave the way for lasting peace.
- United Nations..
In an official statement, the United Nations Special Coordinator in Lebanon, Jeanine Plasschaert, welcomed the agreement, considering that ensuring the sustainability of its implementation in the long term requires “a lot of work.”
She said, “This detailed agreement represents the starting point for a decisive process aimed at ensuring the safety of civilians on both sides of the Blue Line.”
- European Union..
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen welcomed the agreement and described it as “very encouraging news” that will strengthen internal security and stability in Lebanon thanks to restricting the influence of Lebanese factions.
She stressed that the agreement is welcomed “primarily for the Lebanese and Israeli peoples affected by the fighting.”
Iran welcomed the cessation of the Israeli aggression against Lebanon, and Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Ismail Baghaei said that Tehran “welcomes the news of the end of the Zionist entity’s aggression against Lebanon,” stressing the continued “firm Iranian support for the Lebanese government, people and resistance.”
Egypt expressed its welcome for the ceasefire to enter into force in a step that would contribute to the start of a phase of de-escalation in the region.
The Egyptian Foreign Ministry explained that this will only be achieved through the full implementation of Security Council Resolution No. 1701 with all its elements, and enabling the Lebanese army to deploy in southern Lebanon and extend its control over the entire Lebanese territory.
The Foreign Ministry stressed that the ceasefire agreement in Lebanon should be a prelude to stopping the Israeli war on Gaza
The Turkish Foreign Ministry welcomed the positive outcome of the ceasefire negotiations in Lebanon, hoping that this ceasefire will be permanent.
She added: “The international community should put pressure on Israel to literally adhere to the ceasefire and compensate for the damage it caused to Lebanon.”
Announcing the agreement between Lebanon and Israel..
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced on Tuesday evening the mini-ministerial council’s approval of a ceasefire agreement between Tel Aviv and Lebanon.
This was followed by US President Joe Biden announcing that Israel and Lebanon had agreed to a ceasefire in what is the bloodiest conflict between the two sides.
The ceasefire agreement between Lebanon and Israel entered into force at four o’clock in the morning on Wednesday, more than a year after skirmishes turned into Israeli aggression and intense fighting.
Source: Novosti + RT
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How might the international community best support the fragile ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon?
## Interview: A Fragile Peace in the Middle East
**Host:** Joining us today is Dr. Emily Carter, a seasoned Middle East policy expert, to discuss the recent ceasefire agreement between Israel and Lebanon. Dr. Carter, welcome to the show.
**Dr. Carter:** Thanks for having me.
**Host:** This ceasefire has been welcomed by a number of world leaders. We’ve heard from the likes of the German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock who called it a “ray of hope,” and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who emphasized the importance of all parties fully implementing the agreement. What are your thoughts on these initial reactions?
**Dr. Carter:** It’s certainly encouraging to see such widespread international support for the ceasefire. There’s a palpable sense of relief that fighting has stopped. The statements by leaders like Baerbock and Trudeau highlight the strong desire for stability and security in the region.
**Host:** The agreement has also been welcomed by the United Nations, the European Union, and even Iran, though Iran’s statement framed it as the end of “Israeli aggression.” What does this varied response tell us about the complexities of the situation?
**Dr. Carter:** It underscores the multiple layers involved in this conflict. While the international community sees this ceasefire as a positive step, the underlying tensions and mistrust between Israel and Lebanon, and the broader regional dynamics, remain. Iran’s statement, for example, reveals the delicate geopolitical landscape.
**Host:** The British Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed hope for a ceasefire in Gaza as well, alongside the release of hostages and improved humanitarian access. Do you see this ceasefire as a potential stepping stone to broader peace agreements?
**Dr. Carter:** It’s certainly a hope shared by many. However, the situation in Gaza is unique and incredibly complex, with Hamas remaining a major obstacle to any lasting peace. While this ceasefire in Lebanon provides a glimmer of hope, it’s too early to say if it will directly translate into progress on the Gaza front.
**Host:** Dr. Carter, thank you for sharing your insights. It remains to be seen if this ceasefire will hold and pave the way for a more enduring peace. We will continue to follow developments closely.
