The Israeli military has declared a curfew in southern Lebanon from 5pm to 7am, warning residents against traveling south of the Litani river. The announcement comes after a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah took effect, leading to schools in Lebanon reopening. France has signaled that it would not immediately arrest Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu under an ICC warrant, citing immunity for non-ICC member states.
The US has pledged to renew efforts to secure a ceasefire in Gaza, aiming for the release of hostages and a resolution without Hamas in power. President Joe Biden’s national security adviser confirmed the renewed push for peace in the region.
Lebanese authorities are reinforcing their presence in southern Lebanon following the ceasefire agreement, as Israel reported foiled attempts to smuggle weapons from Iran into the West Bank. Iran has welcomed the ceasefire in Lebanon, expressing hope for peace in Gaza, while criticizing Netanyahu’s focus on Iran during the conflict.
France has suggested it would not act on the ICC warrant targeting Netanyahu, while the US and other countries work towards a new ceasefire in Gaza. Despite these efforts, the region remains fragile as tensions persist over the Israel-Hezbollah conflict.
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