The truce began at 4:00 am after more than a year of hostilities, in which thousands of people were killed.
Under the ceasefire agreement, hostilities are suspended for 60 days. During this time Israel withdraw his troops from southern Lebanon and Hezbollah fighters will return to the north of the Litani River, which is about 30 kilometers north of the border between Israel and Lebanon.
The Lebanese army will be deployed in the border area. The implementation of the agreement will be monitored by a group of countries led by the United States, which will also include France, Lebanon and Israel, as well as the UN peacekeeping mission (UNIFIL).
Shortly after the ceasefire began, the Israeli army warned the residents of South Lebanon not to approach IDF positions and villages that the forces were ordered to leave.
The war began when Hezbollah launched cross-border attacks on Israel in support of its ally Hamas following the October 7, 2023 attack in southern Israel. During the war, Israel carried out airstrikes in various areas of Lebanon and brought its troops into southern Lebanon to fight Hezbollah terrorists.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said that under the terms of the truce, Israel would maintain “full force” against Hezbollah if the Iran-backed group posed a new threat.
Lebanon has announced that, since October 2023, 3,823 people have been killed on its territory. On the other hand, on the Israeli side, at least 82 soldiers and 47 civilians were killed in the war against “Hezbollah”.
A few hours before the ceasefire began, Israel carried out airstrikes in central Beirut and southern suburbs, and Hezbollah announced attacks in northern Israel.
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To what extent does this ceasefire address the underlying political and territorial disputes that have fueled the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, or does it merely offer a temporary respite from violence?
## World-Today-News: A Fragile Peace: Examining the Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire
**Welcome to World-Today-News. Today, we delve into the recently announced ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, bringing an end to over a year of devastating conflict. Joining us are [Guest 1 Name], a Middle East expert specializing in international relations and [Guest 2 Name], a journalist with extensive experience reporting from the region.**
**Introduction:**
**Host:** This ceasefire agreement marks a significant moment after months of brutal fighting. Can you both offer your initial reactions to this truce and what it signifies for the region?
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**Section 1: The Terms of the Ceasefire:**
**Host:** The ceasefire stipulates a 60-day suspension of hostilities. This includes Israel withdrawing its troops from southern Lebanon and Hezbollah fighters moving back north of the Litani River. What are your thoughts on these specific terms? Are they feasible, and do they truly address the underlying issues driving the conflict?
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**Host:** The agreement also mentions the deployment of the Lebanese army to the border area and international monitoring led by the United States. How effective do you think these measures will be in preventing future escalations?
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**Section 2: The Human Cost of the Conflict:**
**Host:** The article cites devastating casualties on both sides— over 3,823 fatalities in Lebanon and at least 129 in Israel, including both soldiers and civilians. How do you see the human toll of this war impacting the path to lasting peace?
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**Host:** What are the long-term psychological and societal consequences of such prolonged conflict on both Lebanese and Israeli populations?
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**Section 3: Looking Ahead:**
**Host:** Prime Minister Netanyahu stated that Israel would maintain “full force” against Hezbollah if necessary. How likely is a resurgence of violence given the existing tensions and distrust?
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**Host:** Beyond the immediate ceasefire, what are the biggest challenges to establishing a lasting and sustainable peace in the region?
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**Closing:**
**Host:** Thank you both for this insightful and critical discussion. The path to peace remains complex and uncertain. However, it’s crucial to keep a dialog open and explore all avenues for resolution. To our viewers, we encourage you to stay informed on this evolving situation and engage in constructive conversations about peace in the Middle East.[[1](https://edition.cnn.com/2024/11/26/middleeast/israel-lebanon-hezbollah-ceasefire-explainer-intl-latam/index.html)]