U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein expressed optimism for a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah after talks in Beirut, stating that a ‘real opportunity’ exists to end the conflict. While Israel insists on a ceasefire that includes disarming Hezbollah and pushing them back from the border, Lebanon maintains its commitment to the terms of the UN Resolution 1701. U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein expressed optimism for a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah after talks in Beirut, stating that a ‘real opportunity’ exists to end the conflict. While Israel insists on a ceasefire that includes disarming Hezbollah and pushing them back from the border, Lebanon maintains its commitment to the terms of the UN Resolution 1701. Economic Times