Israel Authorizes Direct Lebanon Talks

Despite the move toward diplomacy, Netanyahu emphasized that there is currently "no ceasefire in Lebanon" and that the IDF will continue to strike Hezbollah with full force.

The planned talks, expected to take place in Washington next week, come under significant pressure from Western allies who fear regional escalation.

Lebanon has responded cautiously, with officials stating there can be no negotiations while under active bombardment.

The success of these talks is seen as critical to preventing the broader US-Iran ceasefire from collapsing entirely.