European foreign ministers are calling for an immediate ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah, expressing concern over the potential destabilization of Lebanon following the death of Hezbollah leader Hassan Nasrallah. Nasrallah was killed in an Israeli airstrike on Hezbollah's headquarters in Beirut, leading to fears of escalating conflict in the region.
France's Foreign Minister, Jean-Noël Barrot, urged Israel to halt its strikes in Lebanon, stressing that his country opposes any ground invasion. Similarly, the UK Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, emphasized the need for diplomacy to end the violence, after discussions with Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati. Lammy noted on social media that both countries agree on the importance of a ceasefire to restore stability.
Germany's Foreign Minister, Annalena Baerbock, echoed these concerns, warning that Nasrallah's death could destabilize Lebanon, which is not in Israel's long-term security interests. Despite these calls, Hezbollah has continued firing rockets at Israel, escalating the violence.
U.S. President Joe Biden referred to Nasrallah's death as "a measure of justice" but also called for a ceasefire, recognizing the ongoing humanitarian crisis. Since Israel intensified its strikes, more than 700 people have reportedly died in Lebanon, and over 200,000 have been displaced, with some fleeing to neighboring Syria.
The Israeli military has continued its bombardment of Hezbollah positions, with reports indicating that a ground operation may soon be launched. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu described Nasrallah's assassination as a critical move to shift the balance of power in the region. Analysts believe that Hashem Safieddine, head of Hezbollah’s executive council, may succeed Nasrallah as the group’s leader.
As international pressure mounts, the conflict shows no signs of abating, leaving the region on edge amid fears of further destabilization.
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