Mikati: Ceasefire Deal Hinges on Netanyahu

Caretaker Prime Minister Najib Mikati stated that he has taken “all necessary actions to safeguard Lebanon” amid increasing tensions with Israel, highlighting that both foreign and Arab nations have backed Lebanon’s position.

Mikati expressed concerns about the practical application of peace efforts, particularly questioning Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s willingness to adhere to a statement made by the U.S. and France. He noted that Netanyahu had previously dismissed several peace overtures proposed by U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken, the United Nations Security Council, and various Arab entities, according to the Mustaqbal Web news portal.

Mikati emphasized, “We have fulfilled our responsibilities; however, the outcome is beyond our control.”