Israel-Hezbollah Ceasefire Deal Gains Momentum Amid Diplomatic Pressure

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu is set to convene his security cabinet to vote on a U.S.-brokered cease-fire deal with Hezbollah, potentially ending over a year of conflict along the Israeli-Lebanese border. The proposed 60-day cease-fire would involve phased Israeli troop withdrawals from Lebanon and Hezbollah's retreat beyond the Litani River, with oversight from the U.S. and international partners. Despite ongoing airstrikes and rocket attacks, the deal is expected to gain cabinet approval, though some opposition remains. The cease-fire aims to halt hostilities that have resulted in nearly 4,000 deaths, primarily Lebanese.