Lebanon and Israel signed a framework agreement in Washington on Friday to end months of conflict between Israel and the Iran-backed militant group Hezbollah. The deal links Israel's withdrawal from Lebanon to Hezbollah's disarmament, a key condition for the agreement. Hezbollah was not present during the signing.
Hezbollah's leader responded to the agreement on Saturday, criticizing the deal and raising concerns about its implementation. The group has long resisted efforts to disarm, and the agreement may face significant challenges in execution.
The agreement comes after a prolonged period of heightened tensions between Israel and Hezbollah, which has been supported by Iran. The deal outlines a process for Israel to withdraw from Lebanese territory, contingent upon Hezbollah reducing its military capabilities. However, the group has not indicated whether it will comply with the disarmament requirement.
The absence of Hezbollah from the negotiations has raised questions about the group's willingness to engage in the process. While the agreement was signed by Lebanon and Israel, its success will depend on Hezbollah's actions in the coming weeks and months. No further details about the timeline or specific steps for disarmament have been disclosed.
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