Israel's security cabinet discusses a proposed ceasefire amid ongoing war with Hezbollah, as thick smoke and flames erupt from an Israeli airstrike in Beirut, Lebanon. The U.S., EU, and UN are pushing for a truce, with a draft agreement involving a 60-day transition period.
Thick smoke, flames, and debris erupted from an Israel i airstrike targeting a building in Tayouneh, Beirut, Lebanon , on Nov 25, 2024. As tensions escalated, Israel 's security cabinet prepared to decide on a proposed ceasefire in its ongoing war with Hezbollah . The White House expressed hope for a truce, noting that the U.S., European Union, and United Nations have been actively pushing for an end to the conflict.
Lebanon's health ministry reported that at least 31 people were killed on Monday due to Israeli strikes, mostly in the south. An Israeli official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, confirmed that the security cabinet would make a decision on Tuesday evening regarding the ceasefire deal. The draft agreement reportedly involves a 60-day transition period where Israel would withdraw, the Lebanese army would redeploy near the border, and Hezbollah would withdraw its heavy weapons north of the Litani River. The Biden administration is optimistic about the prospects for a truce despite ongoing military engagements
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