Senior White House officials are traveling to Israel to discuss ending conflicts in Lebanon and the Gaza Strip, with a focus on potential deals with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Officials including Brett McGurk and Amos Hochstein will meet with Israeli officials to discuss issues such as Gaza, Lebanon, hostages, and Iran. This visit comes as regional defense discussions with U.S. Central Command Gen. Michael “Erik” Kurilla and CIA Director William Burns take place in the Middle East and Cairo. There is optimism in Israel for a potential cease-fire with Hezbollah in Lebanon but the Iran-backed militant group has insisted on a truce with Hamas. However, Israel has had success in limiting Hezbollah’s ability to cause damage, leading to discussions of potential peace deals. The visit highlights the Biden administration’s efforts to address ongoing conflicts and bring about peace in the region.
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