Hezbollah leader agreed to a ceasefire hours before Israel assassinated him, says Lebanese official. Hasan Nasrallah notified Lebanon of the ceasefire acceptance before being targeted by Israel in Beirut. The ceasefire proposal was put forth by U.S. President Joe Biden and French President Emanuel Macron, aiming for a 21-day truce between Hezbollah and Israel.
Despite the agreement, Nasrallah was assassinated, showcasing Israel’s pattern of sabotaging peace talks. Historically, Israel has targeted figures involved in diplomatic negotiations, such as Hamas leaders in the past. The U.S. remains supportive of Israel amidst escalating tensions in Lebanon.
Lebanon emphasizes the need for U.S. intervention for a ceasefire to materialize. With the U.S. backing Israel, the future of peace talks remains uncertain. The article sheds light on the complexity of the situation in the Middle East and the influential role of global powers in regional conflicts.