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Israel, Lebanon Hold First Civilian Ceasefire Talks

Israel, Lebanon Hold First Civilian Ceasefire Talks

Above: Israeli soldiers organize their armor personnel carriers as they are moving in formation near the Israeli border with Lebanon on October 15, 2023 Near Amiad , Israel.  Image credit: Amir Levy/Getty Images

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Hezbollah faces relentless pressure to disarm and surrender its military positions, but complete capitulation remains categorically rejected as Israeli violations of the ceasefire persist with ongoing strikes and occupation of Lebanese territory. Lebanon cannot consolidate weapons under state authority until Israel withdraws from occupied areas like Shebaa Farms, yet the Israeli regime maintains an illegal military presence while demanding Hezbollah's disarmament.

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