Channel 12 News reported on Sunday evening that the ceasefire negotiations over the war in Lebanon have made progress, citing officials involved in the talks.
Reportedly, Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer secretly traveled to Russia last week, in order to persuade the Kremlin to assist in the negotiations.
Dermer is now scheduled to travel to Washington this week to meet with President Biden and President Elect Trump.
According to the Channel 12 report, multiple sections of an agreement have been drafted.  One of the key issues remaining is a US commitment to allowing Israeli freedom of action in southern Lebanon for when Hezbollah inevitably breaks the agreement.
The proposed agreement would include multiple phases.  In phase one, the IDF will remain in southern Lebanon for 60 days in the villages adjacent to the fence.  In phase two, the Lebanese army will complete the clearing work.
Reportedly, Trump’s desire for a ceasefire before he takes office in January, along with concerns over a potential UN resolution, is influencing Israel to attempt to reach a ceasefire deal in the near future.
{Matzav.com}