UN Pushes for 21-Day Ceasefire Amid Lebanon Conflict
The United Nations is working towards a 21-day ceasefire agreement in the ongoing Lebanon conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. France and the U.S. lead the diplomatic efforts, urging both sides to agree. The conflict has displaced half a million Lebanese residents and escalated tensions in the Middle East.
The United Nations is ramping up efforts to secure a 21-day ceasefire in the escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon. France's Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot stated on Wednesday that considerable progress has been made, expressing hope for a diplomatic resolution.
Barrot, set to visit Lebanon later this week, emphasized the urgency for both parties to accept a ceasefire to protect civilians and facilitate diplomatic negotiations. U.S. President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron also called for a settlement along the Israel-Lebanon border to ensure civilian safety and security.
Meanwhile, Israel has intensified its airstrikes, with 72 reported fatalities on Wednesday. Lebanese officials estimate that half a million people have been displaced due to the conflict. The situation has spurred international concern, particularly as the violence threatens to inflame broader Middle Eastern tensions.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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