US Brokers Lebanon Israel Framework Peace Agreement

WASHINGTON: (Web Desk) – Lebanon, Israel, and the United States have signed a trilateral framework agreement aimed at creating a pathway toward a long-term peace deal and improved security following months of conflict in the region.

The agreement, reached after five rounds of negotiations in Washington, outlines initial steps to reduce tensions, strengthen Lebanon’s state authority, and support a gradual de-escalation along the Israel-Lebanon border.

Speaking at the signing ceremony, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio described the accord as an important starting point for future diplomacy, saying it establishes a framework for lasting peace and security while acknowledging that significant work remains before a final settlement can be achieved.

Lebanon’s ambassador to the United States, Nada Hamadeh Moawad, said the agreement marks the beginning of efforts to restore Lebanon’s sovereignty and territorial integrity, secure a lasting end to hostilities, and facilitate the safe return of displaced civilians.

Israeli Ambassador to the United States Yechiel Leiter welcomed the framework, describing it as an opportunity to advance regional stability and reduce the influence of armed groups operating outside state control.

According to the agreement, Lebanon and Israel expressed their intention to end their long-standing conflict and work toward formally concluding the state of war between the two countries. The framework also envisions the gradual restoration of security authority across Lebanese territory by the Lebanese Armed Forces, alongside a process addressing the presence of non-state armed groups, including Hezbollah.

The agreement proposes that, once agreed conditions are met, Israeli forces would progressively redeploy from Lebanese territory as Lebanese security forces assume responsibility in designated areas.

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The initial phase includes two pilot zones where the Lebanese Armed Forces will take over security responsibilities. The arrangement is expected to support reconstruction efforts and enable displaced residents to return safely to their communities.

The United States will also establish a military working group to help implement the agreement and has pledged $100 million in humanitarian assistance, coordinated with the United Nations, along with $30 million to strengthen the operational capabilities of the Lebanese Armed Forces.

Despite the diplomatic breakthrough, differences remain over key issues. Hezbollah has reiterated its demand for a complete Israeli withdrawal from Lebanese territory, while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has maintained that Israel will not fully withdraw until Hezbollah is disarmed.

The United Nations welcomed the framework agreement, describing it as an opportunity to advance peace and humanitarian recovery after months of conflict that has displaced more than one million people in Lebanon and caused thousands of deaths.