Israel declared Wednesday that its military operations in Lebanon will continue despite backing a two-week ceasefire between the United States and Iran, creating confusion over the scope of the Pakistan-brokered truce.
Israeli forces conducted multiple strikes across southern Lebanon hours after the ceasefire announcement, killing several people according to Lebanese media. The attacks targeted an ambulance in Al Hulaylah and a building near Hiram Hospital in Chaqra, among other locations.
The operation in the Líbano continues, the alto el fuego no se aplica en el Líbano
Israeli Defense Forces — 20minutos
The exclusion contradicts earlier statements from Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, who mediated the negotiations and initially indicated Lebanon was included in the agreement. Iran's proposed 10-point framework explicitly calls for cessation of hostilities with its regional allies, including Lebanon.
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun welcomed the ceasefire deal and said Beirut was working to ensure Lebanon's inclusion in any regional settlement. Deputy Speaker Elias Bou Saab confirmed intensive contacts were underway with friendly countries to extend the truce to Lebanon.
France 24 frames the story through a diplomatic lens, emphasizing the technical aspects of ceasefire implementation and regional complexity. Their coverage reflects France's traditional role as a mediator in Middle Eastern conflicts and concern for Lebanese stability.