Israeli airstrikes kill at least 11 in Beirut as diplomats push for cease-fire
CBSDec 04, 2024
Following reports that Israel's security cabinet approved a cease-fire deal in Lebanon, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Tuesday that a cease-fire in the country would allow Israel to focus on "the Iranian threat," allow Israeli forces to rest, and to isolate Hamas.
Netanyahu said that Israel would maintain "full freedom of action," vowing to attack Hezbollah if it tried to rearm or rebuild its military infrastructure in South Lebanon. Initial reports suggest that the deal's wording is ambiguous regarding Israel's ability to strike Hezbollah in other areas of Lebanon. The cease-fire is expected to take effect on Wednesday.
The proposal is expected to be voted on by Netanyahu's cabinet later on Tuesday. The deal stipulates that both Israel and Hezbollah are to withdraw from South Lebanon within 60 days making way for the Lebanese army and international forces to enter the area.