Hezbollah and Israel Ceasefire Faces Uncertainty Amid Celebrations and Criticism

Hizbollah's leader, Naim Qassem, has affirmed the group's commitment to a US-brokered ceasefire with Israel, which involves deploying Lebanon's armed forces to the south, a region considered Hizbollah's stronghold. Despite the ceasefire, tensions remain high with ongoing Israeli airstrikes and warnings to Lebanese residents about returning to certain areas. The ceasefire follows intense cross-border conflict that began after Hamas's attack on Israel in October 2023, resulting in significant casualties and displacement. Both Hizbollah and the Lebanese army are coordinating to implement the truce, although challenges persist in maintaining peace.