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

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

No disturbances reported as protesters demand 'our right to every inch of our waters,' days ahead of expected visit by US broker of ongoing Beirut-Jerusalem talks

'We absolutely refuse to neglect Lebanon's maritime resources,' lawmaker tells hundreds at protest near border, days after rig arrives at Israel's offshore Karish field

Outgoing US secretary of state laments that 'parties remain far apart,' urges continued negotiations despite the impasse

Announcement comes after Jerusalem accused Beirut of changing its stance in negotiations; both sides said to continue to meet with US mediators

Dispute over control of offshore gas deposits in 860-square-kilometer zone has seen Beirut demand an additional 1,430 square kilometers, while Jerusalem aims to push frontier north

Negotiations mediated by US and UN to take place Wednesday and Thursday in Lebanese border town of Naqoura, with faint hopes they could lead to wider detente

Second and third round of negotiations between enemies on solving offshore border to take place on Wednesday and Thursday in border town of Naqoura