U.S. Envoy Urges Israel to Engage in Lebanon Peace Plan

Thomas Barrack, a top U.S. envoy, urged Israel to engage with a Lebanese plan for Hezbollah's disarmament. The plan requires Israel to cease military operations in exchange. Although the Lebanese cabinet approved the plan, Israel has continued its strikes. The situation remains tense, with Hezbollah resisting disarmament.

In a diplomatic push, U.S. envoy Thomas Barrack urged Israel on Monday to adhere to a Lebanese plan for Hezbollah's disarmament. The proposed deal aims for the militant group to relinquish its weapons by year-end, while Israel agrees to halt its military actions in Lebanon.

The Lebanese cabinet has given its nod to the plan, despite Hezbollah's resistance. Barrack emphasized that Israel must now reciprocate by stepping back from hostilities. Speaking post a meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, Barrack noted the initial Lebanese efforts and called for Israel's cooperative response.

Despite ongoing discussions led by the U.S. with Israel, further details remain under wraps. Meanwhile, persistent Israeli strikes continue to complicate the roadmap towards peace, with Hezbollah's leader warning of dire consequences should confrontation escalate.

(With inputs from agencies.)