Ceasefire talks to end the war between Israel and Hezbollah have been hindered by several sticking points, despite ripe conditions for an agreement. The proposal includes a two-month ceasefire with Israeli forces withdrawing from Lebanon, Hezbollah ending its presence along the border, and an influx of Lebanese army troops and a U.N. peacekeeping force. Disputes remain over guarantees for Hezbollah’s weapons removal, Israel’s right to strike if violations occur, and the composition of the international monitoring committee. France’s inclusion has been accepted, but Lebanon opposes Britain’s involvement, and Israel resists negotiations on border disputes as part of the ceasefire deal.
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Sydney Harbour Bridge pro-Palestine protest so busy it was ‘perilous’, police chief says | World News
Tens of thousands of Sydney residents marched across the Harbour Bridge in support of Palestinians in Gaza, despite heavy rain and police concerns about crowd safety. The protest, called the March for Humanity, featured participants carrying pots and pans to symbolize hunger in Gaza, and included surprise guest Julian Assange, highlighting growing public pressure on the Australian government regarding its stance on the Israel-Hamas conflict. Want More Context? 🔎
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