US envoy Amos Hochstein has recently arrived in Beirut, as reported by the Lebanese state news agency NNA. This development comes amidst ongoing ceasefire negotiations between Israel and Hezbollah, indicating a potential step forward in the peace talks. However, it is important to note that the envoy's visit does not necessarily imply that a deal is imminent.
Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Makati has conveyed a 'positive' response to a proposal supported by the United States aimed at halting the conflict. Despite this encouraging response, an Israeli source familiar with the negotiations has expressed skepticism regarding the likelihood of an immediate agreement. The source highlighted Hezbollah's reluctance to agree to Israel's demand for the right to retaliate in case of a ceasefire violation as a potential obstacle to the negotiation process.
