Presidency
12:51 PM | 04 Jun 2026
Aoun: Ceasefire within 24 hours or else
Fady Mahouly
President Joseph Aoun indicated that the implementation of the ceasefire with Israel may begin within 24 hours of final approval.
He said that the head of the Lebanese delegation, Simon Karam, suspended the negotiations, before US Secretary of State Marco Rubio intervened to put them back on track.
He added that it was proposed that the pilot area in the first phase include the western and eastern regions of Zawtar and Beaufort Castle.
Aoun stressed that the agreement reached is the last chance, otherwise each party should bear its responsibilities
He pointed out that today's agreement differs from the October 27, 2024 agreement, as it will be more sustainable, relying on the role of US President Donald Trump and his administration in its success.