ISLAMABAD: Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Thursday welcomed the announcement of the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah in Lebanon.
In a post on X, the prime minister hoped that the announcement would lead to a permanent cessation of hostilities in Lebanon.
“We wish the people of Lebanon peace and security in the country,” the prime minister said.
Announcing the ceasefire agreement US President Joe Biden said that the deal involves Israeli forces withdrawing from Lebanon over 60 days, with the Lebanese army taking control of territory in the south of the country.
Lebanon says that Israel’s attacks have killed over 3,800 people, most of them civilians. The UN estimates that they have further displaced over 900,000 people.
In a statement issued by his spokesperson, Secretary-General António Guterres expressed hope that the agreement can help to an end to the violence, destruction and suffering of the people.
“The Secretary-General urges the parties to fully respect and swiftly implement all of their commitments made under this agreement,” the statement noted.
We welcome the announcement of ceasefire between Israel and Lebanese group Hezbollah and hope that the announcement leads to a permanent cessation of hostilities in Lebanon. We wish the people of Lebanon peace and security in their country.
— Shehbaz Sharif (@CMShehbaz) November 28, 2024
The Saudi foreign ministry in a statement hoped that this would lead to the implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701 and to maintaining the sovereignty, security and stability of Lebanon and the return of those displaced to their homes.
Qatar welcoming the ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah hoped the deal would lead to a truce in Gaza, where it has been a key mediator.
“The State of Qatar welcomes the ceasefire agreement in the Lebanese Republic and expresses its hope that it will lead to a similar agreement to halt the ongoing war on the Gaza Strip and the Israeli assaults on the occupied West Bank,” Qatar’s foreign ministry said in a statement.
