Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said that a ceasefire with Lebanon could open the door to a “historic peace agreement,” according to BBC.
He stated that the disarmament of Hezbollah is one of Israel’s core demands in any further negotiations with the Lebanese government.
Netanyahu also confirmed that Israeli troops will remain in southern Lebanon, within what he described as a 10 km “security zone,” adding: “We are there and we will not leave.”
He said this presence is necessary to prevent threats and stop attacks on Israeli communities near the border.
However, he acknowledged that “there are still issues,” including rockets still held by Hezbollah, which he said must be addressed as part of any agreement.
He also added that US President Donald Trump has expressed determination to dismantle what remains of Iran’s nuclear capability.
