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 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 factors that will determine the success or failure of the proposed ceasefire agreement?
**Host:** Joining us today to discuss the potential ceasefire agreement in Lebanon is Middle East expert, Dr. Sarah Khan. Dr. Khan, welcome to the show.
**Dr. Khan:** Thank you for having me.
**Host:** There’s been a lot of news lately regarding a potential ceasefire. What can you tell us about what’s happening behind the scenes?
**Dr. Khan:** It appears that after weeks of intense fighting, we’re seeing a glimmer of hope. Sources suggest that Israel and Lebanon, with the help of international mediators, have reached a tentative agreement on the terms of a ceasefire.
**Host:** That’s certainly encouraging news. But given the historically complex relationship between these two countries, how confident are you that this agreement will hold?
**Dr. Khan:** It’s crucial to remember that this is a fragile situation. There are many complex issues at play, and the devil is always in the details. While both sides have reportedly agreed in principle, the success of this ceasefire depends on several factors, including its enforcement mechanism and the willingness of both parties to uphold their commitments.
**Host:**
Do you think this ceasefire could mark a turning point in the relations between Israel and Lebanon?
**Dr. Khan:** It’s certainly a step in the right direction. But lasting peace requires more than just a temporary ceasefire. It demands a deeper commitment to dialog, compromise, and addressing the underlying issues that have fueled the conflict for decades.
**Host:** Will this agreement impact the ongoing situation in Gaza?
**Dr. Khan:** It’s possible. The situation in Lebanon and Gaza are interconnected. A ceasefire in Lebanon could potentially create space for a more conducive environment for future negotiations in Gaza as well. But again, it’s too early to say for sure.
**Host:** Dr. Khan, thank you so much for sharing your insights. This is a developing story, and we’ll continue to follow it closely.
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