UN Secretary-General António Guterres has welcomed the ten-day ceasefire announced between Israel and Lebanon and called on all parties to fully adhere to it. The ceasefire, declared on Thursday, was described by UN spokesperson Stéphane Dujarric as a positive development, with Guterres commending the role of the United States in facilitating the agreement.

According to the UN statement, Guterres expressed hope that the temporary truce would pave the way for future negotiations. He emphasized that all sides must respect the ceasefire and uphold international law, particularly international humanitarian law. The appeal is understood to extend not only to Israel and Lebanon but also to the Lebanon-based armed group Hezbollah.

The UN chief’s remarks highlight the organization’s continued engagement in promoting stability in the region and encouraging dialogue among conflicting parties.