Israel and Lebanon agree to ceasefire if Hezbollah stops attacks

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4 Jun 2026 • 3:15 PM MYT
The Independent
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Israel and Lebanon agree to ceasefire if Hezbollah stops attacks

  • Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a ceasefire following US-led talks.
  • The countries said in a joint statement that the ceasefire is conditional on Hezbollah ceasing fire and evacuating its operatives from the South Litani Sector.
  • The agreement comes amid recent escalation, including Israeli strikes killing nine in Lebanon and Hezbollah launching rockets into Israel.
  • Both nations also agreed to establish "pilot zones" where the Lebanese Armed Forces will assume exclusive control, excluding non-state actors.
  • All parties condemned Iran's regional attacks and destabilising activities, with representatives set to reconvene the week of 22 June to pursue a comprehensive agreement.

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