Macron and Trudeau Push for Lebanon Ceasefire Amid Escalating Conflict

The leaders of France and Canada call for an immediate ceasefire, urging Israel and Hezbollah to halt hostilities as civilian casualties mount.

French President Emmanuel Macron and Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau are advocating for a 21-day ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah to prevent further civilian casualties in Lebanon.
Macron emphasized that only the Israeli Prime Minister and the United States have the power to prevent a ground invasion of Lebanon.
Israel has rejected ceasefire calls and continues airstrikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon, resulting in nearly 700 deaths this week.
Trudeau reiterated Canada's commitment to a ceasefire and urged Canadians in Lebanon to leave the country, although no formal evacuation plans have been announced.
Macron and Trudeau also discussed strengthening their defense partnership, supporting Ukraine, and promoting responsible artificial intelligence and climate action.