Israel and Lebanon sign framework agreement after US-brokered talks
Israel and Lebanon have signed a framework agreement after US-brokered talks. Hezbollah is not a party to Friday's agreement, and previous ceasefires between the two have still seen near-daily cross-border strikes.
Israel and Lebanon have signed a framework agreement after US-brokered talks. According to the BBC, Hezbollah is not a party to Friday's agreement.
Washington described the deal as a first step toward lasting peace and security. However, the BBC notes that previous ceasefires between the two sides still saw near-daily cross-border strikes, underlining the fragility of implementation.
How the agreement is carried out on the ground, and the stance taken by Hezbollah, will be decisive for the future of the process. Parties in the region and international actors are watching developments closely.
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