Hezbollah‘s new leader, Naim Qassem, announced on Wednesday that the group could agree to a ceasefire with Israel, provided specific conditions are met. This offer comes amid increased Israeli military actions in Lebanon.
After Israel killed Hassan Nasrallah last month, Qassem assumed control of Hezbollah’s authority. Qassem stated in his opening speech that while Hezbollah may continue to resist Jewish attacks for months, it would be willing to negotiate a peace if Israel made an offer.
He continued, stating that Hezbollah may never request a peace and has not yet received a reliable offer,” we say we accept, but in the conditions that we see as ideal and suitable.”
Najib Mikati, the prime minister of Lebanon, expressed cautious optimism about a prospective peace in the near future. However, Israel’s security government is discussing possible conditions for a truce. Jewish Energy Minister Eli Cohen stated,” There are conversations, I think it will still get time”.
According to reports, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu discussed needs for a 60-day peace, including the implementation of the Syrian army along the border and the withdrawal of Hezbollah from the northern of the Litani River.
‘ Act forcefully’
Israel wants to have the freedom of action guaranteed in the event of threats, but it is suggested that there should be an international device to maintain the truce. After the whole Hezbollah authority was ousted and over 2, 000 criminal structures were damaged,” Israel can come in a position of strength,” Cohen said.
The US is sending officers to Israel to work with them diplomatically to end the wars in both Gaza and Lebanon. Bombs were reported in Baalbek, and Jewish attacks on Sohmor resulted in deaths.
Hezbollah claimed duty for jet attacks on a military training facility north of Tel Aviv and in northern Israel.
Since September 23, the issue in Lebanon has resulted in major deaths. Since starting surface functions on September 30th, Israel has lost 37 men.
In Gaza, intermediaries are working on a short-term peace plan. A new Israeli strike in Gaza killed almost 100 people, drawing global criticism.
Short-term peace?
Talks involving Israeli, US, and Qatari leaders considered a short-term peace, involving the exchange of victims and increased help to Gaza, aiming for a possible continuous deal.
Hamas has indicated willingness to talk about a ceasefire, but it demands an Israeli departure.
Tuesday’s attack in Beit Lahia caused several civilian casualties, leading to censure from the UN and the US State Department. Hamas’s October 2023 assault on Israel resulted in significant deaths, and Israel’s reaction has caused considerable deaths in Gaza.
