Biden Announces Ceasefire in Israel-Hezbollah Conflict

President Biden announced a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah, ending over 14 months of conflict, with the United States playing a key role in brokering the deal. The ceasefire, expected to last 60 days, requires Hezbollah to withdraw its forces north of the Litani River while Israeli troops return to their side of the border. The agreement is seen as a tactical victory for Israel, which significantly weakened Hezbollah through precise strikes and intelligence operations. Both Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu expressed optimism about the ceasefire's potential to facilitate peace talks in Gaza, despite ongoing tensions with Hamas. The deal is supported by international actors, including France and the UN, who see it as a step toward broader regional peace. However, skepticism persists about the durability of the peace, as Hezbollah's political wing remains active and the potential for re-escalation looms.