Israeli media: 'Netanyahu approved a ceasefire in Lebanon'

As Israel's attacks on Lebanon enter their second month, there are significant developments regarding the ceasefire agreement. According to reports in the Israeli press, the Tel Aviv administration has signaled a green light for a ceasefire in Lebanon following negotiations facilitated by U.S. President Joe Biden's Senior Advisor Amos Hochstein. It was also stated that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has approved the ceasefire.

During the discussions, sensitive security issues such as the Israeli army's freedom of movement along the Syria-Lebanon border were brought up. The Tel Aviv administration reportedly succeeded in obtaining assurances from the U.S. regarding freedom of movement at the border in the event of a violation of the agreement; it is expected that the agreement with Lebanon will be announced within two days.

STATEMENT FROM HERZOG

Israel's Ambassador to Washington, Michael Herzog, stated that they are "close" to reaching a ceasefire between Tel Aviv and Hezbollah in Lebanon.

Ambassador Herzog commented on the negotiations for a ceasefire between Tel Aviv and Hezbollah in Lebanon during an interview with Israeli army radio.

Herzog, who said they are "close" to reaching a ceasefire in Lebanon, expressed that an agreement could be reached "within a few days."