Washington is set to host high-stakes talks between Israel and Lebanon next week, even as escalating violence threatens fragile regional diplomacy. The negotiations, backed by the United States, aim to ease tensions and potentially disarm Hezbollah, marking a rare push for direct engagement between the two sides.
However, continued Israeli airstrikes in Lebanon—among the deadliest in the conflict—have raised concerns about undermining a recently brokered US-Iran ceasefire. Iran has warned that ongoing attacks could derail the truce, already under strain due to disputes over its scope and enforcement.
Despite diplomatic momentum, officials indicate there is no ceasefire in Lebanon, highlighting the challenge of balancing military action with peace efforts.
