Conservatives: Response to Lebanon Ceasefire Deal

Priti Patel MP, Shadow Foreign Secretary, said: 

“We cautiously welcome the US-brokered deal, backed by the Israeli and Lebanese Governments, while recognising there is a long road ahead. 

“Hezbollah moving back behind the Litani River and Isreal having the ability to deal with immediate threats from Hezbollah is clearly key.  

“We have consistently called for implementation of UN Security Council Resolution 1701, and the broad outline of this deal appears a step in the right direction. 

“A huge international effort will be needed if this agreement is to endure. If it works, it could bring long awaited relief for many and potentially a pathway to sustainable peace across the Blue Line. 

“The key to a sustainable end to the conflict in Gaza remains the release of the hostages. Hamas should release all remaining hostages immediately and unconditionally.”