Beirut must complete talks with northern neighbor Syria before the maritime border with Cyprus can be finally demarcated; Damascus has reportedly refused to hold discussions

As Israel lauds supposed recognition by enemy state, Beirut insists no political significance; US fetes 'historic' deal; Hezbollah hails 'great victory,' and will stand down forces

Biden and other US leaders celebrate Israel's 'historic' border agreement with Beirut, but are more muted on Tehran, as they appear to lose hope in nuclear talks

Cabinet unanimously votes in favor of agreement; Lebanese president signs letter confirming pact; prominent member of Hamas signals support

Energy Ministry director general to head delegation after cabinet approves agreement; gas production begins in Karish field

PM Lapid lauds move to allow Energean to begin work as one that 'strengthens Israel's energy stability,' as well as its economy

'We have a deal,' Amos Hochstein tells CNN, though cabinet still has to approve agreement before ceremony

The justices' unanimous dismissal of the arguments against the maritime border agreement means the government will be able to formally okay the deal later this week

Report in pro-Hezbollah newspaper says American envoy expected in Lebanon next week ahead of potential signing ceremony; delegations expected to ratify agreement in separate rooms

Petitioning organizations argue that deal requires a national referendum and needs Knesset approval, judges Hayut and Vogelman cast doubt on their central arguments