Israel’s U.S. envoy says ceasefire stands unless Hezbollah breaks it

Israel’s ambassador to the United States, Yechiel Leiter, wrote on X that Israel remains committed to the ceasefire agreement reached with Lebanon and the United States. He said the ceasefire will hold as long as Hezbollah does not violate the deal.

Leiter also stressed that Israel retains the right to respond to attacks against it and to thwart threats to its territory, civilians, and soldiers. His remarks frame Israel’s position as conditional support for the truce, while preserving freedom of action if it is breached.