
Hezbollah Open to Averting Full-scale War With Israel, Lebanese Official Says
Hezbollah has rejected initial U.S. proposals to ease tensions with Israel but remains open to diplomacy to prevent a full-scale war, according to Lebanese officials. The group insists it will continue firing rockets at Israel until a full cease-fire is achieved in Gaza. Despite the rejection, Hezbollah's willingness to engage in diplomatic contacts signals a desire to avoid a wider conflict. U.S. envoy Amos Hochstein has been leading efforts to restore security at the Israel-Lebanon border, with proposals including scaling back hostilities and relocating Hezbollah fighters, which the group has dismissed as unrealistic. Both sides express readiness to fight if necessary, but there is hope for a diplomatic solution to ensure regional stability.

