Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Talks Intensify Amid Ongoing Conflict

A ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah is expected to be announced by US President Joe Biden and French President Emmanuel Macron, aiming to halt the conflict that began 13 months ago. The deal, based on UN resolution 1701, involves Israel withdrawing from southern Lebanon and Hezbollah moving heavy weapons north of the Litani River, with a US-led mechanism monitoring compliance. The ceasefire is likely to succeed as it has support from Hezbollah's ally Iran, and Israel is motivated by US pressure and the need to rest its military forces. The ceasefire in Lebanon is not contingent on ending the Gaza conflict.