Nada Moawad

Israel and Lebanon signed a US-mediated framework agreement Friday to end fighting between Israel and Hezbollah, with the deal allowing Israeli forces to remain in southern Lebanon pending Hezbollah disarmament, marking an initial step toward peace.

Israel and Lebanon signed a US-brokered peace agreement with Israeli ambassador Leiter and Lebanese ambassador Moawad signing in Washington, aiming to displace Hezbollah from the border and restore Lebanese governmental control over disputed territories.

US-Iran negotiations deadlock as Trump refuses lifting sanctions and threatens bombing, while Iran hesitates participation in Pakistan talks amid ceasefire disputes over naval blockades and ship seizures.