According to what CNN reported, McGurk, who travels frequently to the Middle East, is expected to remain in Saudi Arabia until Tuesday, where he and his regional counterparts plan to discuss a possible ceasefire agreement in Lebanon, in part, and how that could help moving forward. In the ceasefire agreement between Israel and the Palestinian faction movement in Gaza, as well as the release of hostages held in the Strip, and other issues related to regional stability.
It is worth noting that White House spokesman John Kirby explained to CNN yesterday, Monday, that the current status of the ceasefire negotiations in Lebanon depends on “a lot of discussions and work” during recent months.
Kirby continued: “We are close to an agreement, but I want to be careful and careful here in how I describe it, because you will not have an agreement that everything will be done.”
A senior American official also indicated to Axios yesterday that Israel and Lebanon had agreed on the terms of a ceasefire agreement to end the war between Israel and the “Lebanese faction movement,” while the two parties have not yet announced the agreement.
The Deputy Speaker of the Lebanese Parliament, Elias Bou Saab, expressed his optimism about the ceasefire and said colloquially, “Al-Mizan Tabish,” while CNN quoted an informed source that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu agreed in principle to the ceasefire.
Source: CNN
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**Interviewer:** Joining us today is Alex Reed, a Middle East expert, to discuss the latest developments regarding a potential ceasefire in Lebanon. Alex Reed, reports suggest that Israel and Lebanon are close to a ceasefire agreement. How significant is this development, and what are the potential implications for the region?
**Alex Reed:** …
**Interviewer:** Some might argue that a ceasefire would simply be a temporary solution, and that underlying tensions will inevitably lead to further conflict. What’s your take on that? Do you think this ceasefire has the potential to be a lasting peace?
**Alex Reed:** …
**Interviewer:** We’ve seen a number of ceasefires in the past that have ultimately broken down. What makes this situation different? What gives you hope that this time might be different?
**Alex Reed:**…
**Interviewer:** Thank you for sharing your insights, Alex Reed. This is certainly a developing story, and we will continue to follow it closely.
