Hezbollah Asserts Right to Resist Amid Ceasefire Debate

Hezbollah declared that Israeli troop presence in Lebanon grants the right to resist, emphasizing that any ceasefire should not permit Israeli movement in Lebanon. Parliamentary Speaker Nabih Berri advised citizens to delay returning to their homes until the situation stabilizes following the ceasefire agreement.

On Thursday, Hezbollah announced that the presence of Israeli forces on Lebanese soil entitles Lebanon to resist, particularly stressing that any truce should prevent Israel from moving freely in Lebanon.

The stance was conveyed in a formal statement, with Hezbollah's ally and Lebanese Parliament Speaker, Nabih Berri, advising Lebanese citizens to postpone returning to their towns and villages until the situation is clarified under the ceasefire terms.

This caution reflects underlying tensions as the ceasefire discussions unfold, with both parties navigating the complexities of the proposed agreement.

(With inputs from agencies.)