The ceasefire between Lebanon and Israel came into force following the United Nations Security Council's approval of Resolution 1701, which aimed to put an end to hostilities that had erupted on July 12. Triggered by attacks from both sides, the conflict saw Israel responding to Hezbollah's cross-border raids with extensive military operations in Lebanon. Over 1,000 Lebanese civilians and around 200 Israeli soldiers lost their lives during the fighting, which displaced over a million people in the conflict zone. The resolution, which called for the cessation of hostilities and increased peacekeeping forces in southern Lebanon, reflected an urgent international effort to stabilize the region. The role of the UN was crucial, as the council sought to prevent further escalation and potential regional warfare.

Under the terms of Resolution 1701, Israel was required to withdraw its forces from southern Lebanon, while Hezbollah was instructed to cease its military operations, thus enabling the deployment of the Lebanese army and an expanded UN peacekeeping contingent known as UNIFIL. The agreement aimed to restore order, and the ceasefire was seen as a necessary step towards addressing the root causes of the conflict. Though the fighting ended, lingering tensions persisted, and the resolution of the underlying disputes remained uncertain, as both sides held deep-seated grievances.

The implications of the ceasefire extended beyond the immediate conflict, as it set a precedent for international intervention in intra-state conflicts and the role of security resolutions in peacekeeping efforts. However, reactions varied widely, with Lebanese groups celebrating the reprieve while many in Israel saw a complex legacy left by the war, including questions about security, military strategy, and the effectiveness of international diplomacy. This layered conflict continued to influence Lebanese politics and Israeli security calculations in the subsequent years.