Big trouble for US-Iran peace talks, Vance cancels Switzerland trip, Israel strikes Lebanon killing 16
Suspense Crime, Digital Desk : The peace treaty the US and Iran had proudly signed just two days ago, the first of its kind in history, already appears to be collapsing before the very start of its implementation. Israel initiated large-scale bombing in southern Lebanon overnight resulting in the death of at least 16, even as crucial US-Iran peace talks set to take place in Switzerland have been postponed. What occurred in Lebanon and how hostilities escalated: A preliminary agreement on peace between the United States and Iran was signed on Wednesday at the Palace of Versailles, France, with the presence of US President Donald Trump and French President Emmanuel Macron.
The objective was to halt ongoing conflict in Western Asia.
As per the agreement, military actions on all fronts, including Lebanon, were to cease with immediate effect. Yet, immediately after the peace declaration, the Israeli army carried out series of air raids targeting positions of the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, though, flatly denied the withdrawal plan, claiming the Israeli forces would continue their presence in Lebanon until the Hezbollah threat is “completely eliminated.” Why the Swiss peace talks postponed: Technical talks between both countries were planned on Friday, September 28, 2024 at the Brgenstock resort, Switzerland, aiming to transform this 14-point initial agreement into sustainable peace.
However, the talks were cancelled, as US Vice President J. D. Vance, who was scheduled to lead discussions, postponed his travel to Switzerland. What the White House said: The White House attributed the delay to logistical issues.
Conversely, Pro-Hezbollah news outlet Al-Mayadeen claimed that Iran declined to participate in talks in Switzerland, protesting Israeli attacks on Lebanon. JD Vance issues stark warning to Israel: Post the agreement announcement US Vice President JD Vance, in a sharp and blunt tone to the Israeli officials warning warned Israel, President Donald Trump was the only head of state in the world today that showed empathy for Israel, a clear sign the U. S. Has no patience for aggressive policies and faced overwhelming pressure to head off war.
Peace agreement in doldrums: it’s worthy of note that the deal signed on Wednesday, was about the 60-day cessation of military attacks, however, the fresh Israeli attack on Lebanon and failure in holding talks in Switzerland has brought the agreement into doldrums and if continued in the present manner the major diplomatic initiative may fall flat.
