Israel says it'll receive guarantees from US; administration official says opportunity may disappear if not immediately exploited, amid calls to wait until after Israeli election

Lebanese caretaker PM Mikati meets delegation from TotalEnergies, hopes 'conclusion would be reached soon' on US-brokered maritime border with Israel announced Tuesday

Nir Barkat says Lapid's caretaker government doesn't have mandate to sign agreement; Ben-Gvir pledges to turn to Supreme Court to stop maritime pact

After intensive diplomacy to overcome late-breaking Lebanese modifications, Lapid set to present deal to cabinet and government for approval

Jerusalem negotiator says new document meets 'all our demands,' protects 'Israel’s security interests'; Beirut's lead negotiator also says concerns addressed

Beirut's lead negotiator says concerns addressed in final draft submitted by Amos Hochstein, believes 'historic deal' could be imminent; Israel yet to confirm receipt on its end

'Gaps were closed over the last week,' Aoun says in Beirut; Arab paper claims agreement could be signed on October 20

Defense minister warns of 'resolute' response to any attack as proposed maritime deal flounders; 'And if things develop into a broader conflict, we will take Lebanon apart'

Defense minister warns of 'resolute' response to any attack as proposed maritime deal flounders; 'And if things develop into a broader conflict, we will take Lebanon apart'

Ambassador Tom Nides derides criticism of US-brokered negotiations made by Netanyahu, says predecessor David Friedman is 'wrong' potential agreement favors Lebanese side