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US and France Call for Immediate 21-Day Ceasefire Between Israel and Hezbollah

Sep 26, 2024, 02:30 AM

The United States and France, along with several allies, have jointly proposed an immediate 21-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. The proposal, announced by French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot at a UN Security Council meeting, aims to halt hostilities and allow for diplomatic negotiations. The conflict has resulted in over 600 deaths in Lebanon due to Israeli airstrikes. Senior US officials indicate that the ceasefire deal is expected to be implemented in the coming hours.