Washington DC (US), April 17, 2026, BNN Web Staff: The United States has released a six-point framework outlining the terms of a temporary ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon, aimed at paving the way for a broader and lasting peace agreement.<\/p>\n
According to the memorandum issued by the US State Department, the 10-day truce\u2014effective from Thursday evening\u2014may be extended if both sides agree and progress is made in negotiations. The arrangement is described as a goodwill measure to create space for dialogue on long-term security and stability.<\/p>\n
The framework makes it clear that Israel retains the right to respond to any immediate or emerging threats during the ceasefire.<\/p>\n
However, it also commits to refraining from offensive military operations across Lebanese territory\u2014on land, in the air, and at sea\u2014during the truce period.<\/p>\n
A key condition in the agreement places responsibility on Lebanon to ensure that militant groups, including Hezbollah, do not carry out attacks against Israeli targets.<\/p>\n
The document emphasises that only Lebanon\u2019s official security forces will be recognised as responsible for safeguarding national sovereignty.<\/p>\n
The continuation of the ceasefire hinges on Lebanon\u2019s ability to enforce internal security and demonstrate control over armed groups, alongside tangible progress in diplomatic talks.<\/p>\n
The agreement also calls on the United States to facilitate direct negotiations between the two sides, including discussions on unresolved issues such as border demarcation.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, Israel has indicated it will maintain its military presence in certain areas during the ceasefire.<\/p>\n
On the Lebanese side, Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri has urged residents of southern regions to delay returning home, citing safety concerns amid the fragile situation.<\/p>\n
The ceasefire follows prolonged hostilities in southern Lebanon, a region that has seen heavy displacement and sustained conflict over the past two years.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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