Israel's Security Cabinet officially approves ceasefire with Hezbollah

According to the office of the Israeli Prime Minister, 10 Israeli ministers voted in favor of the ceasefire, while only one minister opposed it.

The Times of Israel specifies that the only member of the Security Cabinet who voted against the agreement was National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir.

"Israel appreciates the US contribution to the process, and reserves the right to act against any threat to its security," Prime Minister’s Office says.

Details from Biden

US President Joe Biden confirmed that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati have accepted the US proposal "to end the devastating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah."

According to the US leader, the agreement is "designed to be a permanent cessation of hostilities."

He noted that, under today's agreement, hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah along the Lebanon-Israel border will cease on Wednesday at 4:00 p.m. local time.

The agreement also stipulates that Israel will withdraw its forces from Lebanese territory within 60 days, and the Lebanese army will be deployed in southern Lebanon.

Additionally, Biden clarified that if Hezbollah violates the ceasefire, Israel has the right to self-defense under international law.

Israel's war with Hezbollah

The escalation of hostilities between Israel and Hezbollah occurred after Hamas militants invaded Israeli territory in October of last year.

For nearly a year, both sides exchanged constant fire. As a result, residents of northern Israel were forced to flee their homes.

In October of this year, the IDF launched a ground operation against Hezbollah, with Israeli soldiers entering Lebanese territory. Through this operation, Israel aims to drive militants out of southern Lebanon to prevent further attacks on northern Israel.

Only recently, it became clear that both sides might agree to a ceasefire.