Israel Backs 14-Day Iran Truce, But War in Lebanon Continues

Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office has formally endorsed a temporary two-week ceasefire with Iran, following an agreement brokered by the United States. However, the administration issued a stern clarification: the truce does not apply to the conflict in Lebanon.

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The Core Terms

The 14-day “cooling-off” period aims to de-escalate direct hostilities between the U.S. and Iran. To maintain the deal, Israel and the U.S. have set two non-negotiable conditions for Tehran:

1. Maritime Access: Immediate reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to international shipping.
2. Cessation of Attacks: A total halt of strikes against American forces and regional allies.

The Lebanon Exception

Despite the diplomatic breakthrough with Iran, Israel is maintaining its military pressure on Hezbollah.

• No Withdrawal: Defense Minister Israel Katz confirmed that ground operations in Southern Lebanon will persist.
• The Buffer Zone: Israel remains committed to establishing a 10-kilometer security buffer inside Lebanese territory, a move that has already displaced roughly 1.2 million people.

A Fragile Peace

The announcement arrives at a moment of extreme tension. Shortly after the ceasefire was publicized today, the Israeli military reported fresh missile fire from Iran, raising immediate questions about whether the truce will survive its first 24 hours. While the U.S. views this as a window for negotiation, the continued fighting in Lebanon remains a major obstacle to a broader regional peace.