Israel and Lebanon Eye Historic Talks

While Lebanese officials have expressed cautious optimism, they insist that no formal negotiations will proceed until a full ceasefire is achieved on the ground.

The Israeli military recently destroyed the last remaining bridge over the Litani River, effectively cutting off southern Lebanon from the rest of the country.

Tensions remain high as Hezbollah lawmakers labeled the prospect of direct talks a 'grave error.' The U.S. is pushing for the meeting as a 'natural entry point' to de-escalate the broader regional conflict.