Arabic version: اللبنانيون يعبرون عن شكوكهم بشأن اتفاق وقف إطلاق النار بين الولايات المتحدة وإيران

The US-Iran ceasefire announcement has raised hopes in Lebanon, after Pakistani mediators claimed it included an end to Israel’s war on the country. But as Al Jazeera’s Heidi Pett explains, we’ve been here before.

According to Al Jazeera, the historical context of similar announcements has led to doubts among the population. Previous ceasefire declarations have often failed to produce lasting peace, leaving many to question the sincerity and sustainability of the current agreement.

Despite the hopeful claims made by mediators, the situation on the ground remains tense, and public sentiment reflects a deep-seated wariness. Many Lebanese are looking for tangible actions rather than promises, indicating that trust in diplomatic efforts is fragile at best.

As the situation unfolds, the focus will likely remain on how this ceasefire is implemented and whether it can truly lead to a cessation of hostilities in the region.