Ceasefire
The Israeli Security Cabinet approved a ceasefire deal with Hezbollah last night.
The U.S.-brokered agreement between Israel and the Iran-backed, Lebanon-based terror group ends the 13-month conflict that has displaced over 2 million people.
Under the terms of the deal, Israel must withdraw from southern Lebanon within 60 days, and Hezbollah must move weapons 20+ miles further north. The Lebanese army will oversee the border region to prevent Hezbollah from regrouping as a U.S.-led team monitors for violations. Israel is free to strike militarily if Hezbollah violates the agreement, which is expected to take effect today.
Critics in Israel call it a bandaid, saying they need to eliminate Hezbollah for lasting peace. Supporters say the deal will get people home in relative stability, give the army a rest, and isolate Hamas and Iran.
Verse to consider whether your Thanksgiving is peaceful or full of conflict… “I always let the Lord guide me. Because he is at my right hand, I will not be shaken. Therefore my heart is glad and my whole being rejoices; my body also rests securely. For you will not abandon me to Sheol; you will not allow your faithful one to see decay. You reveal the path of life to me; in your presence is abundant joy; at your right hand are eternal pleasures.”
Psalm 16:8-11 (CSB) (read full passage)