US and allies call for 21-day ceasefire across Lebanon-Israel border

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US and allies call for 21-day ceasefire across Lebanon-******* border

The ******* States, EU and allied nations have called for a temporary ceasefire in Lebanon, following an escalation in fighting between ******* and Hezbollah.

The 11-strong bloc proposed an immediate 21-day pause in fighting “to provide space for diplomacy towards the conclusion of a diplomatic settlement” and a ceasefire in Gaza.

In a ****** statement, they said the hostilities were “intolerable” and presented an “unacceptable risk of a broader regional escalation” that was neither in the interest of the people of ******* or Lebanon.

It comes after *******’s military chief told troops that extensive air strikes in Lebanon targeting Hezbollah could pave the way for them to “enter ****** territory”.

The remarks by Lt Gen Halevi are the plainest indication yet from a senior figure that a ground invasion into Lebanon may be imminent.

The ****** call followed a meeting of world leaders at the UN General Assembly in New York.

They said: “It is time to conclude a diplomatic settlement that enables civilians on both sides of the border to return to their homes in safety.

“Diplomacy however cannot succeed amid an escalation of this conflict.”

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