Israel-Lebanon Talks Resume as Pilot Zones Discussed

Israeli and Lebanese delegations resumed talks in Rome, with Israel expressing readiness to move forward with a pilot withdrawal of its troops from two southern Lebanese areas, though the timeline remains unclear.

The discussions are part of a broader agreement to end hostilities that also requires Hezbollah's disarmament.

Meanwhile, the European Union convened a donor conference that secured $1 billion for Gaza reconstruction.

The diplomatic push faces skepticism given the fragile security environment and deep-seated mistrust between the parties.