In developments reported on June 1, 2026, Beirut received word that Hezbollah accepted a mutual ceasefire proposal. Lebanon’s U.S. Embassy confirmed Hezbollah accepted a U.S. proposal for mutual cessation of attacks, according to a statement via President Joseph Aoun’s office.
Separately, the announcement came as Israel threatened further strikes on Beirut’s southern suburbs.
In addition, diplomats were pursuing a fourth round of Israel-Lebanon negotiations amid escalating cross-border fire.
The same reports noted that the European Union on June 1 urged Israel to halt military escalation in Lebanon and respect Lebanese sovereignty.
Authorities also said president Joseph Aoun’s office circulated the U.S. Embassy statement confirming Hezbollah’s acceptance.
Further context from the day indicated israel had ordered renewed strikes on southern Beirut suburbs largely spared since April.
Observers will watch whether follow-up orders alter the current framework.
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