US, France and key allies call for 21-day ceasefire in Lebanon

The French Foreign Minister unveiled a plan for a ceasefire in Lebanon during an emergency session of the United Nations Security Council, calling on Hezbollah and Israel to immediately accept the 21-day ceasefire proposal.

Jean-Noël Barrot, the French Foreign Minister, stated in a special Security Council meeting in Lebanon on Wednesday, September 25, “We urge both sides (Israel and Lebanon) to accept this proposal without delay to protect civilian lives and initiate diplomatic negotiations.”

This proposed plan is a joint initiative by France and the United States, aiming for a 21-day ceasefire between Hezbollah and Israel to pave the way for a “diplomatic solution to this crisis.”

Other countries, including Saudi Arabia, Australia, the United Arab Emirates, and the European Union, which are co-signers of the ceasefire plan in Lebanon, have welcomed it.

So far, Hezbollah and Israel have not commented on the ceasefire proposal.

Meanwhile, rising tensions between the two sides since the beginning of the week have resulted in nearly 600 deaths in Lebanon and the displacement of about 60,000 people in Israel.

The proposal has gained widespread international support, reflecting the urgency of diplomatic action to prevent further escalation of violence. Both parties must recognize the need for an immediate ceasefire to protect civilians and open the door for lasting peace.

The security concerns of regional countries, especially Lebanon’s neighbors, underscore the need for a quick resolution. Instability in Lebanon threatens the broader region, and cooperation among regional players is crucial to maintaining peace and stability.

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