Netanyahu: Hezbollah Mission Not Over, Ceasefire Agreed at Trump's Request

The situation between Israel and Lebanon remains volatile despite the implementation of a ceasefire. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on Friday that the mission against Hezbollah isn't yet finished. He revealed that Israel agreed to a temporary ceasefire in Lebanon following a request from his friend, President Donald Trump, while netanyahu emphasized that while a pause is in effect, the objective regarding the militant group remains ongoing.

Destruction of Hezbollah's Missile Arsenal

During his address, the Israeli Prime Minister claimed significant military success against the group's infrastructure. Netanyahu asserted that the Israeli military has successfully destroyed approximately 90 percent of Hezbollah's missile and rocket stockpiles. However, he maintained that the task of completely eliminating the group has not been finalized, indicating that the military campaign's objectives are partially pending.

Donald Trump's Intervention and Public Statement

S. President Donald Trump. In a social media post, Trump claimed that the United States had intervened to stop Israel from conducting further bombings in Lebanon. " highlighting the diplomatic pressure exerted to reach the current temporary cessation of hostilities.

Lebanon's Security Measures and Weapons Control

In Lebanon, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam announced that his government is moving to take full control of the Beirut Governorate, including the capital city. He stated that the possession of weapons would be strictly limited to government forces. According to PM Salam, this decision is aimed at ensuring the safety, security, and protection of citizens' property, while he described the decision as final and confirmed it would be strictly enforced across the region.

Hezbollah's Stance and Casualty Reports

Hezbollah has expressed cautious support for the ceasefire, provided it's comprehensive, covers all Lebanese territory, and serves as a precursor to a total Israeli withdrawal. The group credited the ceasefire primarily to pressure from Iran rather than diplomatic negotiations, while Plus, Hezbollah strongly condemned the Lebanese government for engaging in direct talks with Israel. Data from the Lebanese Health Ministry highlights the human cost of the conflict.