The United States is reportedly intensifying efforts to secure a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah as wider regional tensions complicate ongoing diplomacy. According to reports, Secretary of State Marco Rubio held separate discussions with Israeli and Lebanese leaders while indirect U.S.-Iran contacts continue. The proposed roadmap aims to reduce hostilities in Lebanon, but disagreements over ceasefire terms, sanctions relief, nuclear issues and the Strait of Hormuz continue to hamper broader progress.

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun told US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday that a ceasefire with Israel was crucial, as Israeli and Lebanese military

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun told US Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Friday that reaching a ceasefire with Israel was essential, as Israeli and Lebanese military delegations…

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has proposed a plan for gradual de-escalation between Israel and Lebanon. The proposal suggests Hezbollah halt attacks on Israel. In return,…