Arab and International Welcome Ceasefire Between Israel and Lebanon

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

What‌ are some potential benefits of the Israel-Lebanon ceasefire agreement?

## Interview Transcript

**Host:** Welcome back to the show.​ Today we’re discussing the newly announced ⁣ceasefire‌ between Israel and Lebanon. To help us understand the significance of this agreement and the international reaction, we have Dr.‌ Emily Carter, an expert on Middle Eastern politics and conflict resolution. ‍Dr. Carter, thank you for joining us.

**Dr.‍ Carter:** Thank you for having me.

**Host:** Let’s start with the basics. Can you give us a brief overview of the‍ ceasefire agreement and what led to its⁤ implementation?

**Dr. Carter:** Absolutely. After⁢ a prolonged 13-month border conflict that escalated into a full-blown‌ war with Hezbollah, Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a ceasefire. This agreement follows intense diplomatic efforts, and ⁣while the details are still emerging, it seems both sides are committed to adhering to⁢ the terms. This is a significant development considering the volatile history​ between the two nations.

**Host:** We’ve seen a number of world ‍leaders react positively to the news. What are some of the key reactions we’re seeing?

**Dr. Carter:** Indeed. The​ international community has largely welcomed ⁢the⁢ ceasefire. German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock called it a “ray of hope” for ‌the region, highlighting the success of diplomacy. Canadian⁢ Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expressed his country’s support and stressed the importance of full implementation. We’ve also ​seen supportive statements from British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Foreign Secretary David Lammy, the United Nations, the European Union, and even Iran, despite their traditionally‍ adversarial stance towards Israel.

**Host:** Intriguing that even Iran is welcoming the​ ceasefire. What does this tell us about the broader regional implications of this agreement?

**Dr. Carter:** While it’s still early to draw definitive conclusions, the widespread support for the ceasefire demonstrates a shared desire for stability and peace⁢ in the region. This truce could potentially create an environment for further negotiations and de-escalation, not only between Israel and Lebanon but also in other conflict zones like Gaza. However, it’s important to remain cautious​ and monitor the situation closely as the agreement is implemented.

**Host:** What ‍are some of the challenges that may lie ahead?

**Dr. Carter:**

There are several challenges ‌that need to‍ be addressed for this ceasefire ‍to hold. A major concern is ensuring the ​long-term sustainability of ⁤the agreement. As the ‍UN Special Coordinator in Lebanon pointed out, this will‌ require a lot of‌ work and continued commitment from all involved parties.

**Host:** Dr. Carter, thank you ​so much for sharing your valuable⁢ insights on this crucial development. We’ll continue to follow the situation closely.

**Dr. ‍Carter:** My pleasure.