A tense 48-hour ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah held for a second consecutive day on Monday, as both sides maintained a fragile calm despite escalating rhetoric and sporadic violations. Israel’s military restricted its troops to defensive operations, while Hezbollah’s leader, Naim Qassem, reiterated that any agreement must include a full cessation of aggression and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from southern Lebanon. The conditions set by the militant group appear incompatible with Israel’s stated position, raising doubts about the durability of the truce.

Hezbollah’s rejection of a ceasefire that grants Israel “free rein” in Lebanon was underscored by Qassem in remarks on Sunday, emphasizing that a complete halt to hostilities and the return of occupied territory are non-negotiable. Meanwhile, Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir dismissed the possibility of any ceasefire, describing Lebanon as “Israel’s playground” and urging Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to reject terms during upcoming negotiations in Washington.

The ceasefire, brokered by the United States and Qatar on Friday, has so far prevented the resumption of large-scale fighting that killed at least 24 people—20 in Lebanon and four Israeli soldiers—during the preceding days of intense exchanges. However, the fragile calm was tested within hours when the Israeli military conducted artillery strikes in southern Lebanon, marking the first violation of the truce in 37 hours.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun held urgent discussions with US Vice President Vance, senior adviser Jared Kushner, and Qatar’s Prime Minister to stabilize the ceasefire and prevent further escalation. Aoun welcomed international assistance but firmly rejected any interference in Lebanon’s internal affairs, stating that “no one negotiates on our behalf.” Iran, a key backer of Hezbollah, confirmed significant progress toward ending the war and announced it would participate in a new ceasefire monitoring mechanism as part of a US-Iran understanding reached in Switzerland.

Despite the diplomatic efforts, fears of renewed violence persist among civilians. Thousands of displaced Lebanese remain hesitant to return home, while Israeli forces continue to maintain a presence in southern Lebanon, complicating the prospects for a lasting peace. The coming days will determine whether the ceasefire holds or collapses under the weight of unmet demands and mutual distrust.

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