Mixed reactions in Lebanon and Israel over Iran-US ceasefire

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Mixed reactions in Lebanon and Israel over Iran-US ceasefire

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The United States and Iran reached an initial agreement to extend a ceasefire and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Despite the deal, skepticism remains in Lebanon and Israel regarding the potential end of the war, with ongoing debates about Israel's military actions in Lebanon.

The United States and Iran reached an initial agreement Monday that would extend their shaky ceasefire and lead to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, but significant challenges remain to ending the war, including whether Israel will continue its offensive in Lebanon. The deal was met by sceptism by some in Beirut who doubt if it will really bring an end to the destruction, while in Israel some would like to see the war continue.

World Security Conflict Politics Deals ceasefire United States Iran Strait of Hormuz Lebanon Israel war diplomacy

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