Critics claim Israeli actions in Lebanon undermined recent ceasefire efforts

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US-Iran Ceasefire Agreement Sparks Conflict with Israel

A ceasefire agreement between the US and Iran was announced just hours before Israel launched a barrage of air strikes on Lebanon, killing hundreds and injuring thousands. The strikes occurred despite Pakistan’s assertion that Lebanon was included in the ceasefire agreement, which has been disputed by Israel.

According to reports, over 250 people have been killed in the conflict since the ceasefire was declared. The Israeli military carried out more than 100 strikes on what it claimed were Hezbollah targets, hitting Beirut, southern Lebanon, and the eastern Bekaa Valley. The attacks have been condemned by numerous nations and international organizations, including Spain, France, the United Kingdom, the United Nations, and Pakistan.

The US has sided with Israel in its dispute over whether the ceasefire agreement includes Lebanon. President Donald Trump described the violence in Lebanon as a “separate skirmish,” despite Hezbollah’s involvement in defense of Iran. The Israeli government had previously assured its citizens that their war aims were not included in the ceasefire agreement, but this stance has been challenged by many.

Iran has announced plans to reimpose restrictions on the Strait of Hormuz, which is economically vital for the country. A 10-point peace plan put forward by Iran has been accepted as a starting point for negotiations, set to begin this weekend in Islamabad. The plan includes provisions that would allow Iran to retain its nuclear stock and benefit financially from shipping traffic through the strait.

In contrast, the US had previously proposed a 15-point list of demands that included the complete reopening of the Strait of Hormuz without conditions and an end to Iran’s enriched uranium stocks and ballistic missile program. The Israeli government has rejected these demands, citing concerns over Lebanon’s inclusion in the ceasefire agreement.

Source: Al Jazeera