Key facts
- Israel and Lebanon signed a 14-point US-mediated framework agreement.
- The accord aims to formally end the state of war between the two countries.
- Lebanon commits to disarming non-state armed groups and restoring state authority.
- Israel agreed to reduce its forces in southern Lebanon.
- Despite the agreement, Israel conducted air and drone strikes in southern Lebanon.
Israel and Lebanon have signed a 14-point framework agreement mediated by the United States, aiming to formally conclude their state of war. The agreement outlines a reciprocal process where the Lebanese Armed Forces will gradually restore sovereign authority, pending the verified disarmament of non-state armed groups, enabling a progressive redeployment of Israeli forces. Lebanon reaffirms its commitment to rebuilding the state's monopoly on the use of force and disarming all non-state armed groups. Israel stated its military actions were a response to threats from non-state groups, particularly Hezbollah. The US will mobilize international partners to support Lebanon's reconstruction and humanitarian assistance. Despite the agreement, Israeli forces bombed a town near the border and conducted a drone strike in Nabatiyeh, southern Lebanon. European Union chief Ursula von der Leyen welcomed the deal as a critical step towards peace, emphasizing the need for disarmament and preserving Lebanese sovereignty. Jordan also congratulated Lebanon, expressing hope for restored stability. US President Donald Trump congratulated Lebanese President Joseph Aoun on the signing. Protests against the framework agreement occurred in Beirut, with Hezbollah criticizing it as legitimizing Israeli occupation.