Gunshots rang out in the streets of Beirut, Lebanon, in the early hours of Wednesday, as residents took to the streets to celebrate the highly-anticipated ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. The sound of gunfire echoed through the city, accompanied by smoke rising from the aftermath of Israeli airstrikes that struck the area just hours before the ceasefire took hold.
The aerial bombardment by Israel was a last-minute response to the conflict, which had been escalating over recent weeks. However, as the clock struck 4am local time on Wednesday, the guns fell silent, marking the beginning of a permanent ceasefire brokered by US President Joe Biden.
As news of the ceasefire spread, residents took to the streets to celebrate, firing guns into the air and cheering in jubilation. The wild celebrations continued for hours, with footage showing smoke and flames rising from the aftermath of the Israeli airstrikes.
President Biden played a crucial role in brokering the deal, working closely with Israeli and Lebanese leaders to bring an end to the conflict. The US President spoke directly with the leaders of both nations shortly after the ceasefire was announced, emphasizing the importance of maintaining peace and stability in the region.
The permanent ceasefire marks a significant turning point in the conflict, offering a glimmer of hope for the people of Lebanon and Israel. It remains to be seen whether the agreement will hold, but for now, the people of Beirut are celebrating the return of peace to their city.
The details of the ceasefire agreement have not been publicly disclosed, but sources close to the negotiations suggest that both sides have made significant concessions to bring an end to the fighting. The permanent ceasefire is a major victory for President Biden, who has been working tirelessly to resolve the conflict and restore peace to the region.