What we know about the Iran-Israel ceasefire
Allied forces and Iranian troops have recently agreed to a ceasefire in Israel. Here's what we know so far about the terms of the agreement and how it came about.
After a week of clashes between Iranian troops and Israeli allied forces on the Syrian border, both parties have agreed to a ceasefire. The terms of the agreement have been finalized, and the truce officially began at 12pm local time on Thursday, June 24th. According to officials from both sides, there will be a phased withdrawal of troops from the border area, with a complete pullout to take place over the next two weeks. The Iran-backed militia, Hezbollah, will also be required to withdraw their forces eastward, away from the Israeli border. This agreement comes after weeks of rising tensions and violent clashes in the region, which left several dead on both sides.
What's next?
The success of this ceasefire will depend on both sides' adherence to the agreement and whether further clashes can be avoided. With the withdrawal of Iranian troops and their proxy forces from the Israeli border area, the stage is set for a decrease in tensions and a potential peaceful resolution to the conflict. However, there are still underlying tensions and disagreements between the parties, so further conflict can not be ruled out if these are not addressed.