Israeli forces have crossed the Litani River and are fighting Hezbollah near Nabatieh, while a six‑member Lebanese delegation meets Israeli officials in Washington to discuss a fragile ceasefire that began on April 17 .

Israeli troops cross the Litani and confront Hezbollah near Nabatieh

According to the report, Israeli troops have advanced further into southern Lebanon, crossing the strategic Litani River and engaging in heavy fighting with Hezbollah fighters in villages near Nabatieh. The push follows a ceasefire that has been repeatedly violated since its activation on April 17.

Civilian casualties mount as airstrikes hit Deir Qanoun al Nahr and Abbasiyeh

The source reports that Friday’s airstrikes on the villages of Deir Qanoun al Nahr and Abbasiyeh killed five people, while a municipal policeman was killed in Ebba, according to Lebanese state media. A separate Israeli airstrike on a highway killed six family members, and their funeral procession was held in Tyre.

First direct Lebanese‑Israeli miliatry talks in Washington after decades

In a significant diplomatic development,a six‑member Lebanese military delegation led by Brig. Gen. George Rizkallah met with Israeli officials in Washington on Friday . The meeting marks the first direct military talks between the two countries in decades, according to the report. both sides confirmed the talks, which are expected to address the deployment of the Lebanese army along the border and the withdrawal of Israeli forces from southren Lebanon.

U.S. and Iran tentatively extend ceasefire,opening diplomatic window

The source notes that the United States and Iran have reached a tentative agreement to extend the ceasefire by 60 days and begin new talks on Iran’s nuclear program, according to a U.S. official. vice President JD Vance confirmed the tentative deal, but said it was unclear if President Donald Trump would approve it. Iran has not yet confirmed any agreement.

Open question: Who will enforce the ceasefire and how will Hezbollah’s presence be addressed?

The report highlights that the fundamental issues of border security, troop withdrawals, and Hezbollah’s presence remain unresolved. The Lebanese delegation seeks comprehensive implementation of the ceasefire, while Israeli officials emphasize operations in Beirut’s southern suburbs and the Bekaa Valley. The outcome of the Washington talks and the U.S.–Iran agreement will determine whether the temporary calm can become lasting peace.