Netanyahu backs Iran truce; opposition blames him for 'diplomatic disaster'
The Times of Israel • • nation
Key Points:
- Israel has agreed to support the US-declared two-week truce with Iran but will continue its military offensive against Hezbollah in Lebanon, excluding Lebanon from the ceasefire agreement.
- The ceasefire was announced by US President Donald Trump after threatening strikes on Iran, with Iran and the US agreeing to suspend hostilities following Pakistani mediation.
- Despite the ceasefire, Iran launched ballistic missiles at Israel shortly after the truce was declared, causing minor injuries, while Israel halted attacks on Iran but maintained operations against Hezbollah.
- Israeli opposition leaders sharply criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, accusing him of a diplomatic failure for not securing Israel’s strategic goals in the ceasefire and warning of long-term damage.
- The conflict has resulted in significant casualties and displacement in Lebanon, with ongoing Israeli strikes and ground operations against Hezbollah, which resumed attacks following the killing of Iran’s supreme leader.
