G7 Foreign Ministers Urge Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire

Foreign ministers from the G7 countries expressed cautious optimism about a potential ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah during their recent meeting in Italy. Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani noted that discussions pointed towards a possible agreement, with reports suggesting a deal could be finalized in days. The G7 ministers emphasized the urgent need for humanitarian aid to Palestinians and condemned recent violence against UN peacekeepers in Lebanon. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was reportedly open to the ceasefire proposal, which would involve a 60-day halt to hostilities and a withdrawal of both Israeli and Hezbollah forces. However, concerns remain regarding the authority of the Lebanese Army over Hezbollah and the potential for future violations of the agreement. The G7 ministers reiterated their commitment to international humanitarian law amidst ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon.