Politics Local February 18, 2025

Lebanon-Israel Ceasefire Extension Deadline Approaches

In Beirut, the deadline for extending the ceasefire agreement between Lebanon and Israel ends today. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun expresses concern over Israel's withdrawal. The situation remains tense as Israel insists on retaining control of five strategic sites along the border.


Lebanon-Israel Ceasefire Extension Deadline Approaches

The deadline for the ceasefire agreement and stopping the firing between Lebanon and Israel is approaching, which will end today, Tuesday. In this context, Lebanese President Joseph Aoun expressed his concern over the lack of complete Israeli withdrawal, warning that this could lead to a return to war. This comes after an Israeli statement that it desires to maintain five strategic sites in the south along the Lebanese borders.

In this regard, the ambassadors of the Quintet, concerned with the agreement matters, confirmed their intensified efforts to resolve remaining obstacles and affirmed their commitment to supporting the Lebanese state. Later, the Israeli army announced yesterday, Monday, that, based on the current situation, it will leave limited and concentrated forces temporarily in five strategic points along the border with Lebanon.