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Netanyahu to Present Hezbollah Ceasefire Deal to Cabinet, Warns of Response if Violated

Nov 26, 2024, 06:26 PM

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced that he is recommending a ceasefire agreement with Hezbollah in Lebanon to his Cabinet for approval. In a televised address, Netanyahu stated that the security cabinet will consider the deal this evening. He noted that the duration of the ceasefire will depend on developments on the ground and warned that Israel will respond if Hezbollah violates the truce. The ceasefire proposal, supported by the United States, comes after weeks of negotiations. The agreement awaits acceptance by Hezbollah.