“It’s not the end of the story”: Israel weighs ceasefire risks
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“It’s not the end of the story”: Israel weighs ceasefire risks

April 9, 2026
Sky News Australia
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Former US ambassador David Hale warns Israel faces an uncomfortable choice over a ceasefire, amid concerns Hezbollah could use any pause to regroup and resume the conflict under more favourable conditions. “For the Israelis, it's a big move on their part if they want to cease unilaterally … what will be happening in Lebanon while they are not fighting?” Mr Hale told Sky News Australia.

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“The fear is that every time this has happened before, Hezbollah will use any pause to rearm and reorganise itself to resume the battle. “It's a tough call for the Israelis. “It's not the end of the story here.”

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