Lebanon’s armed group Hezbollah has rejected a proposed unilateral ceasefire, describing it as an insult to Lebanon. In an interview with Al-Manar TV, the group’s Secretary-General Naim Qassem said that imposing such conditions on them was unacceptable. He stated that Hezbollah would not return to a situation like the 15-month ceasefire that began in November 2024, during which Israel carried out attacks while Hezbollah remained restrained. Qassem added that the group had waited for a diplomatic solution at that time, but it brought no results.

The situation in Lebanon remains unstable, with thousands of people moving toward southern Lebanon during the day. Roads heading south were congested in the morning, while traffic toward the north increased later in the day. Many residents visited their homes to collect belongings or make minor repairs but did not stay overnight. Due to uncertainty and mistrust surrounding the ceasefire, many have returned to Beirut and other major cities, reflecting the fragility of the current situation.