Lebanon’s Prime Minister Najib Mikati welcomed the ceasefire deal, calling it a “fundamental step towards restoring calm and stability” in the country and allowing citizens to return home.
But he also demanded Israel “fully comply” with the deal.
Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Israel will not hesitate to strike if Hezbollah breaks any part of the agreed deal.
Joe Biden supported that view, telling reporters: “If Hezbollah or anyone else breaks the deal and poses a direct threat to Israel, then Israel retains the right to self-defence consistent with international law.”
Iran, who provide funding for Hezbollah, has welcomed what it calls the end of Israel’s “aggression” in Lebanon.
Although it’s hoped this ceasefire will bring an end to fighting in Lebanon, it may not directly affect the war in Gaza.
US officials have expressed some hope that this ceasefire could lead to a breakthrough in talks about Gaza and President Biden said his team were working with Turkey, Egypt and Qatar to “make another push” on a deal.