Trump said opposed, but Israeli envoy says approval likely; as 60-day deadline looms, IDF still finding arms caches, Lebanese army not deploying to replace terror group as agreed
CAIRO (Reuters) - Hezbollah chief Naim Qassem congratulated Palestinians on Saturday over the Gaza ceasefire deal, saying in a speech that it proved the "persistence of resistance" against Israel. The remarks were the first in public by the leader of the Iran-backed Lebanese militant group since Israel and Hamas reached the accord on Wednesday.
Air India, among several major international airlines, announced plans to resume flights to Israel inlight of ceasefire holding up in the country`s north and south regions, PTI reported. "It`s official now.
The ceasefire agreement between Israel and Palestinian militant group Hamas in Gaza reduces the risks to Israel's public finances and could improve its sovereign credit rating, the major credit rating agencies said on Tuesday.
With ceasefire holding up in the north and south of Israel, several major international airlines, including Air India, have announced plans to resume flights to Israel expanding connectivity to the war-torn region.
President Joe Biden, center, with Vice President Kamala Harris, left, and Sec. of State Anthony Blinken, right, speaks at the White House on the announcement of a ceasefire deal in Gaza after more than 15 months of war, Jan. 15, 2025, in Washington. Credit: AP/Evan Vucci
A ceasefire between Israel and Hamas in Gaza went into effect on Sunday morning. Hostages held in the strip and Palestinian prisoners in Israeli jails will be freed in the first phase of the deal.Meanwhile,
Negotiations have been taking place on extending the January 27 deadline to ensure the conflict isn’t resumed.
Saudi Arabia’s top diplomat has visited Lebanon for the first time in a decade following years of strained relations between the oil-rich kingdom and the tiny Mediterranean country.
Note: undated footage] The troops of the 7th Brigade, under the command of the 91st Division, continue their defensive activities in southern Lebanon to uphold the security of the State of Israel, and the residents and communities of the Galilee in particular.
Israeli officials have said Lebanese troops are not deploying fast enough in the areas Israeli troops are supposed to vacate.