Ceasefire Between Israel and Hezbollah Under Strain as Violence Erupts
The 60-day ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah, reached on the 26th of last month, has faced its first major test, with both sides accusing each other of violating the fragile peace.
On December 2nd, after a sudden return to hostilities, both Israel and Hezbollah exchanged attacks, each claiming the other initiated the violence. The resumption of violence rattled a tenuous peace that had allowed residents to begin the difficult process of rebuilding.
The machine-gun fire and plumes of smoke over Beirut served as a stark reminder of the ongoing tensions.
Eleven people were killed and three injured in Israeli airstrikes on Taloussa and Haris in southern Lebanon.
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The United States, which brokered the ceasefire, insists the agreement remains intact, even as concerns about the stability of the cease-fire agreement grow.
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## Ceasefire Under Strain: An Interview
**Host:** Welcome back to the program. The ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, agreed upon just weeks ago, is already facing its first major test. Joining us today to discuss this volatile situation is Dr. Emily Carter, a Middle East expert from the Institute for International Studies. Dr. Carter, thanks for being here.
**Dr. Carter:** Thank you for having me.
**Host:** As we know, the ceasefire was hailed as a major breakthrough after months of intense conflict. It allowed for the start of the rebuilding process in Lebanon. What went wrong?
**Dr. Carter:** The situation is complex, and it’s difficult to say definitively who initiated the violence on December 2nd [[1](https://www.cnn.com/world/live-news/israel-hezbollah-ceasefire-deal-gaza-war-11-26-24-intl-hnk/index.html)]. Both Israel and Hezbollah are accusing each other of violating the ceasefire agreement. This highlights the fragility of the situation and the deep mistrust that persists between the two sides.
**Host:** We’ve seen images of smoke rising over Beirut, and reports of casualties. How serious is this escalation?
**Dr. Carter:** This escalation is deeply concerning. It threatens to unravel the hard-fought progress made in recent weeks and plunge the region back into full-blown conflict. The casualties, even if limited at this stage, are a tragic reminder of the human cost of this violence.
**Host:** What are the possible outcomes of this renewed violence?
**Dr. Carter:** The worst-case scenario is a return to all-out war, with devastating consequences for both sides. However, there is also a possibility that this incident could be contained, and negotiations might resume to reinforce the ceasefire. Much will depend on the willingness of both Israel and Hezbollah to de-escalate the situation and return to the negotiating table.
**Host:** Dr. Emily Carter, thank you for your insights on this developing situation.
**Dr. Carter:** Thank you for having me.
