U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio announces a U.S.-backed framework agreement aimed at advancing peace and security between Israel and Lebanon. The agreement follows four days of U.S.-mediated negotiations in Washington, D.C., and outlines a framework for implementing a ceasefire while opening the door to further diplomatic talks. Rubio described the deal as the first step toward broader negotiations to reduce tensions and promote long-term regional stability.

MANAMA: Israel and Lebanon are making good progress in their talks in the United States and are close to making a “commitment of intent,” Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on…

Secretary of State Marco Rubio along with Israel and Lebanon’s ambassadors is announcing a framework agreement Friday that was described as a first step toward peace following…