Right-wing Israeli ministers have expressed strong opposition to reports of the United States pushing for a weeks-long ceasefire in Lebanon, with concerns raised over the potential impact on ongoing military operations against Hezbollah. The Israeli military's Chief of the General Staff, Herzi Halevi, issued a clear warning of a possible ground incursion in Lebanon, emphasizing the airstrikes as part of the strategy to weaken Hezbollah.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's silence on the ceasefire reports has drawn criticism from within his own government. While Netanyahu has not confirmed or denied the reports, his upcoming speech at the United Nations General Assembly in New York raises speculation about potential diplomatic efforts.
