Lebanon and Israel Negotiate Ceasefire Terms Amid Ongoing Conflict

Key disagreements include the timeline for Israeli withdrawal and the scope of self-defense rights under a U.S.-mediated proposal.

Lebanon seeks an immediate withdrawal of Israeli troops following a ceasefire, while Israel proposes a phased 60-day pullout.
Lebanese officials demand explicit language ensuring full Israeli withdrawal from the border and reject any breaches of sovereignty.
Israel insists on retaining the right to strike Hezbollah in response to violations and aims to prevent Hezbollah from rearming.
The proposed ceasefire includes U.S. guarantees, UNIFIL oversight, and efforts to empower the Lebanese army to secure southern Lebanon.
U.S. mediator Amos Hochstein continues discussions with both sides, describing a potential agreement as 'within our grasp.'