Lebanon and Israel have agreed to a ceasefire. This follows negotiations facilitated by the United States. The agreement hinges on Hezbollah halting all fire and withdrawing operatives. Pilot zones will be established where Lebanese Armed Forces will have exclusive control. This marks a significant step towards de-escalation in the region. Further direct negotiations are planned.

At the same time, Iran has again threatened to break off talks with the United States.

Israel and Lebanon agreed Wednesday to implement a ceasefire but said it would require a "complete cessation" of fire by Iran-backed Hezbollah, according to a joint statement…

Israel and Lebanon previously agreed to a ceasefire but hostilities continued.

Israel and Lebanon on Tuesday agreed to renew a ceasefire and establish a number of pilot security zones inside Lebanon from which Hezbollah militants would be barred.