Israeli media reports on Sunday indicate Jerusalem has tentatively accepted a United States-brokered ceasefire proposal with the Islamic Republic-backed Hezbollah militia in Lebanon.
According to Haaretz, Kan, and Ynet, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu gave his provisional approval to the ongoing negotiations following discussions with senior cabinet members and defense officials.
Although there are several concerns raised by the Prime Minister, government sources said Netanyahu has agreed to the key elements of the settlement.
The cessation of hostilities will reportedly unfold in three phases: the relocation of Hezbollah operatives to areas north of the Litani River, the withdrawal of the IDF to within the Jewish state’s borders, and then mediation will take place between Israel and Lebanon to resolve any territorial disputes.
Authorities have also confirmed that Washington will provide Israel with a letter of assurance allowing it to use military force in the demilitarized zone if Hezbollah makes any efforts to rearm in the region and the Lebanese armed forces are unable to stop them.
A U.S.-led international oversight committee will be tasked with enforcing the agreement.
Former U.S. Ambassador to Israel, Dan Shapiro, is expected to arrive in Tel Aviv on Monday to help finalize the details of the plan.
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