The Israeli newspaper Yedioth Ahronoth reported that “the American mediator between Israel and Lebanon arrived in Israel late on Monday evening and met with Israeli Prime Minister Yair Lapid, and this was an exception, since he usually returned to Washington.” .

She stated that “Israeli officials interpreted his visit as an indication of the US determination to quickly end the border conflict and avoid Hezbollah provocations,” noting that “the US administration seeks to support the Lebanese moderates in government and weaken Hezbollah’s political influence.” “But time is of the essence,” she added.

The newspaper reported that “the security cabinet is due to meet in Jerusalem on Wednesday to discuss the status of negotiations following Hochstein’s recent meetings with Lebanese officials over threats posed by Hezbollah.”

“Hockstein did leave for Washington after his brief and quiet visit, but Israeli officials realized that the talks were on a positive path and an agreement could be reached within a few weeks,” she added.