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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* What role is the international community playing in ensuring the ceasefire holds?
## International Response Positive – But Cautious Optimism Remains
**Host**: Welcome back, viewers. We’re joined now by Professor Emily Riordan, Professor of Middle Eastern Studies at the University of Oxford, to discuss the global reaction to the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. Professor Riordan, thank you for joining us.
**Professor Riordan**: It’s my pleasure to be here.
**Host**: So, we see a lot of positive statements coming from international leaders. How significant is this international response in solidifying the ceasefire?
**Professor Riordan**: Well, the international community has been heavily involved in trying to broker this truce, particularly the US and France, and their efforts are certainly being acknowledged. Leaders from Germany [[[1](https://www.cbsnews.com/news/israel-hezbollah-ceasefire-netanyahu-war-lebanon-gaza-hamas/)]], Canada and Britain are all expressing hope and relief. The UN and EU have also welcomed the ceasefire, highlighting its potential to bring stability to Lebanon. This
wide-ranging support is crucial in applying pressure on both sides to uphold their commitment to the agreement.
**Host**:
The Canadian and British Prime Ministers seem to be taking a slightly more cautious tone, calling for further action in Gaza and mindful of the need for long-term solutions.
**Professor Riordan**:
You’re right. While they’re welcoming the ceasefire, they’re also emphasizing the need to address the wider conflict.
Many observers see the ceasefire in Lebanon as a crucial first step, but the situation in Gaza remains precarious.
The international community is also aware that a sustainable peace in the region requires addressing underlying issues like the status of Palestinian refugees, security concerns, and access to humanitarian aid.
**Host**: What about Iran? They welcomed the stopping of what they called “Zionist aggression”.
**Professor Riordan**:
Iran’s stance is complex. We see their usual rhetoric against Israel here. They’re unlikely to play a constructive role in stabilizing the agreement. However,
the ceasefire and the international pressure might force Iran to cautious in its actions to avoid escalating tensions.
**Host**: Professor Riordan, thank you for sharing your insights. This is certainly a developing story, and we’ll be watching to see how the ceasefire plays out in the coming days and weeks.
**Professor Riordan**: Thank you for having me.