Lebanon is waiting carefully for the outcome of the conversation between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the American ambassador Amos Hockchain in Tel Aviv today. Hockstein, with his statement yesterday from Ain al-Tineh, opened the door to speculation, while doubts are growing about the possibility of reaching a cease-fire Israel, and the fear of proceeding in a similar context to the situation. Gaza talks. Based on what the Speaker of the Parliament Nabih Berri talked about, we will either face certain positive days, and “the war will end,” or Netanyahu will refuse and we will go to worse situations.
In this context, the Israeli media shed light on the upcoming round of talks between the US and Israel, and the Israel Broadcasting Corporation reported that the “fundamental disagreement” in the American proposal for a peace truce between Lebanon and Israel revolves around the membership of the inspection team. implementation of the agreement.
The Israel Broadcasting Authority explained that the United States and France will lead the investigation team of the agreement without objections from any side in that regard. However, Israel would prefer that “real European countries” join the investigation team of the agreement. , while Lebanon wants a name at. at least one Arab country to be included.
Draft agreement
At the same time, Israel’s “Channel 13” disclosed some of the details of a “released version of the cease-fire agreement. to give the Israeli army a day to complete its withdrawal from southern Lebanon after the agreement was signed. force and commitment of both parties to implement Security Council Resolutions 1559 and 1701.” .
The channel explained, “The agreement includes an additional annex between Israel and the United States, which provides American commitments regarding support for Israel’s military freedom of action in Lebanon to respond to immediate threats or violations on the agreement. According to the released version, the agreement opens the door to future indirect negotiations regarding the demarcation of land borders.”
The draft indicates that the Lebanese army “will use at all land and sea crossings, whether official or unofficial, with the establishment of a special committee under the direction of the United States to monitor violations which could be on the agreement. “
For its part, Israel’s Channel 12 reported that most of the details of the cease-fire proposal were agreed with Lebanon, although there were still unresolved points that could cause the agreement to fail. She pointed out that estimates indicate that next week will be crucial for reaching an agreement with Lebanon.
north loss
On the Israeli side, it should also be noted that the Israeli reports talked about the defeat of the Israeli army and the “North” at the same time as Hockchain’s visit to Tel Aviv, including what the newspaper “Haaretz” has spoken, who asked: “If so. coming from space and looking from above what was happening, what does he see? the end was in sight, and none of the goals of the war were achieved. The displaced people in the north have not been returned to their homes, and we have not defeated Hamas or Hezbollah, and we have not distanced Iran from those within its orbit, as seen by Israel’s collapsed economy.
Regarding the value of the damage in the northern settlements, the Israeli media reported that the losses amounted to 5 billion sheks, equivalent to more than 1.3 billion dollars. Channel 12 reported that data on the destruction in the northern settlements showed that 2,585 homes were damaged, including 1,000 homes with heavy damage due to the fire of Hezbollah from Lebanon.
Golani Brigade
For its part, the Maariv newspaper said that “since the beginning of the war, 110 soldiers from the Golani Brigade have been killed on the Gaza and Lebanon front,” noting that “criticism has increased towards -in the army of the leadership of the Golani Group, which suffered the largest number of casualties compared to other combat divisions in the army. ” The newspaper said, “Army officials demanded that the commander of the Golani Brigade, Colonel Yair Blay, be dismissed due to mismanagement and lack of control.
Dead Israeli
On the field, and at the same time as Hockstein’s presence in Tel Aviv, the Israeli ambulance system announced today, Thursday, in a statement that a person was killed in Nahariya as a result of the missile attack from Hezbollah recently fired on northern Israel.
The statement said: “As a result of the warnings implemented in the Western Galilee region, paramedics and doctors in Magen David Adom reported that a 30-year-old man was killed as a result of the missile attack. “
At the same time, the Israeli army said that “during the recent bombardment aimed at northern Israel, about 10 missiles were recorded from the direction of Lebanon,” noting that “the majority to catch some of them while other missiles fell.”
This comes as fresh clashes are being recorded on the Shama axis in the south, after Hezbollah members appealed a new advance attempt by Israeli forces on the southern outskirts of the town of Shama towards Bayyada .
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**Given the continued involvement of Hezbollah and Iran, what are the long-term prospects for a ceasefire agreement that can hold without addressing the underlying political and social issues fueling the conflict?**
## World Today News Interview: De-Escalation Talks and the Lebanon-Israel Conflict
**Introduction:**
Welcome to World Today News. Today we’re discussing the latest developments in the Lebanon-Israel conflict, focusing on the high-stakes meeting between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and American Ambassador Amos Hockstein. Joining us today are two esteemed guests:
* **Dr. Layla Ibrahim,** a Middle East affairs expert and Professor of Political Science at the American University of Beirut.
* **(Guest 2 Name),** a former Israeli diplomat and current Senior Fellow at the Begin-Sadat Center for Strategic Studies.
Thank you both for joining us.
**Section 1: US Mediation and the Proposed Ceasefire**
* **Dr. Ibrahim**, the article mentions that a “fundamental disagreement” exists over the composition of the ceasefire monitoring team. Can you elaborate on the differing viewpoints of Lebanon and Israel on this matter, and what implications these disagreements might have on the ceasefire negotiations?
* **(Guest 2 Name),** the draft agreement reportedly includes a commitment from the US to support Israel’s military freedom of action in Lebanon. How do you see this provision impacting the long-term stability of any ceasefire agreement?
**Section 2: Hezbollah’s Role and Regional Implications**
* **Dr. Ibrahim,** Hezbollah has continued to launch rocket attacks into Israel even during these negotiations. What are Hezbollah’s strategic aims in this conflict, and how might their actions influence the outcome of the ceasefire talks?
* **(Guest 2 Name),** how does Israel view the potential for Iran’s involvement in Lebanon and its impact on future negotiations for a lasting peace agreement?
**Section 3: The Human Cost and Domestic Impact**
* **Dr. Ibrahim,** the article highlights the devastation in northern Israel, both in terms of material damage and casualties. What are the long-term social and economic consequences of this conflict for both Lebanon and Israel?
* **(Guest 2 Name),** the article notes criticism within Israel regarding the handling of the conflict by the military leadership. How does this internal dissent, particularly regarding the Golani Brigade, reflect the broader public sentiment in Israel towards the conflict?
**Section 4: Looking Ahead: Prospects for Peace**
* **Dr. Ibrahim,** despite these recent developments, do you see a realistic path towards a lasting peace agreement between Lebanon and Israel? What steps could be taken by both sides, as well as the international community, to move towards a more stable and peaceful future?
* **(Guest 2 Name),** given the complexities of the regional dynamics and the ongoing tensions, what are some key factors that will ultimately determine the success or failure of these ceasefire negotiations?
**Conclusion:**
Thank you both for sharing your valuable insights. This is a complex and evolving situation with profound consequences for the region. We hope that the ongoing talks will lead to a just and lasting peace for all parties involved.
Don’t forget to stay tuned to World Today News for continued coverage of this crucial story.
