Biden Urges Ceasefire in Lebanon as Israeli Ground Incursion Against Hezbollah Appears Imminent

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:19pm on 30 Sep 2024,Monday International

US President Joe Biden urged for a ceasefire in Lebanon on Monday amid concerns of an imminent Israeli ground incursion. Despite Biden’s calls, US officials indicated that Israeli troops are positioned for potential operations against Hezbollah militants. Defence Minister Yoav Gallant hinted at broader military involvement along the northern border. US officials are pushing for diplomacy to prevent further escalation, especially after Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah's assassination. Secretary of State Antony Blinken emphasized efforts to resolve the violence through diplomatic channels to ensure regional stability.

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