According to what CNN reported, McGurk, who travels frequently to the Middle East, is expected to remain in Saudi Arabia until Tuesday, where he and his regional counterparts plan to discuss a possible ceasefire agreement in Lebanon, in part, and how that could help moving forward. In the ceasefire agreement between Israel and the Palestinian faction movement in Gaza, as well as the release of hostages held in the Strip, and other issues related to regional stability.
It is worth noting that White House spokesman John Kirby explained to CNN yesterday, Monday, that the current status of the ceasefire negotiations in Lebanon depends on “a lot of discussions and work” during recent months.
Kirby continued: “We are close to an agreement, but I want to be careful and careful here in how I describe it, because you will not have an agreement that everything will be done.”
A senior American official also indicated to Axios yesterday that Israel and Lebanon had agreed on the terms of a ceasefire agreement to end the war between Israel and the “Lebanese faction movement,” while the two parties have not yet announced the agreement.
The Deputy Speaker of the Lebanese Parliament, Elias Bou Saab, expressed his optimism about the ceasefire and said colloquially, “Al-Mizan is Tabish,” while CNN quoted an informed source that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu agreed in principle to the ceasefire.
Source: CNN
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What are the key obstacles to a lasting ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah?
**Host:** Joining us today to discuss the potential ceasefire agreement in Lebanon is Middle East expert and author, Dr. Sarah Hassan. Dr. Hassan, reports suggest that a ceasefire is imminent. What are your thoughts on the likelihood of this agreement holding, given the complexities of the situation?
**Dr. Hassan:** Well, while it’s encouraging to see progress towards a ceasefire, it’s crucial to remember that the situation is incredibly delicate. Decades of conflict and mistrust between Israel and Hezbollah have created a fragile environment.
**Host:** Some argue that international involvement, particularly from the US, is crucial to ensuring any agreement lasts. Do you agree?
**Dr. Hassan:** International pressure can certainly play a role in brokering and sustaining peace, but ultimately, long-term stability hinges on the willingness of both sides to make meaningful concessions and build trust. The question is, are they truly ready for that?
