UN welcomes reports of Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire, urges dialogue
Welcoming reports of an Israel-Hezbollah ceasefire on Friday, the UN called on both sides to cease hostilities and use dialogue to secure lasting stability along the border.
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- Anadolu Agency
- Published Date: 08:49 PM 19 June 2026
The UN on Friday welcomed reports of a ceasefire between Israel and the Hezbollah group, calling on the sides to halt hostilities and pursue dialogue to ensure long-term stability along the Israel-Lebanon border.
"Turning to Lebanon, I can tell you that we are, of course, aware of the reports indicating that Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire, and we welcome such developments," spokesman Stephane Dujarric told the reporters.
Dujarric said that the UN continues to urge all sides to respect existing ceasefire arrangements and work toward a lasting solution.
"We continue to call on the parties to cease hostilities, respect existing ceasefire arrangements, and pursue dialogue as the only viable path to a long-term security and stability on both sides of the Blue Line," he added.
Earlier, a US official confirmed to Anadolu that Israel and Hezbollah have agreed to a ceasefire that will take effect at 4 pm local time (1300GMT) Friday.
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