Syria’s new authorities, led by Ahmed al-Sharaa, have pledged commitment to regional peace after a positive meeting with a US diplomatic delegation. The US lifted a bounty on al-Sharaa’s arrest, while emphasizing the need to counter terrorism. Other Western nations and the UN are initiating contacts with the new leadership, cautiously addressing concerns of fragmentation and the resurgence of ISIS.
A US and France-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah came into effect on Wednesday, marking a significant diplomatic achievement amidst escalating regional conflicts. The agreement, which promises to end the fighting along the Israeli-Lebanese border, comes after months of intense violence and displacement. The article details the agreement’s specifics, reactions from key players, and the ongoing situation on the ground.
The United States is leading diplomatic efforts to prevent a full-scale war between Israel and Hezbollah after a deadly rocket attack on the Israeli-occupied Golan Heights. The US is urging Israel to avoid targeting Beirut, Hezbollah’s heartland, or critical infrastructure, while Israel has made no commitment to avoiding such strikes. Meanwhile, France and Lebanon are also involved in de-escalation efforts.
US envoy Amos Hochstein has urged for an immediate de-escalation of the escalating border conflict between Lebanon’s Hezbollah and Israeli forces, advocating for a diplomatic resolution to the violence. Hochstein’s call for de-escalation comes amidst heightened tensions fueled by attacks on both sides of the border, and he emphasizes the urgency for a ceasefire to ensure the safety of civilians.
