Daily brief
A ceasefire deal between Israel and Lebanon has been announced, with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu saying it strengthens Israel while weakening Hezbollah and Iran. Hezbollah has publicly rejected the deal, questioning its effectiveness and calling it a threat to Lebanon's sovereignty. Iranian official Ali Akbar Velayati defended Hezbollah as the true protector of Lebanon. Protests erupted in Lebanon, with some burning 'Lebanon First' banners, and a controversial clause in the agreement has sparked debate.
U.S. officials see the Israel-Lebanon deal as a possible roadmap for future truce goals between the U.S. and Iran.
Egypt and Qatar are pressing for full implementation of the Lebanon deal and an Israeli withdrawal.
Trump is pressing Syria to take on Hezbollah, raising alarm in Lebanon and Israel.