Amidst rising tensions and ongoing violence, U.S. officials are ramping up diplomatic efforts to negotiate a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. Senior advisers from the Biden administration are set to visit Israel to discuss terms for a potential 60-day truce aimed at halting hostilities in Lebanon. Recent reports indicate progress in ceasefire discussions, although challenges remain as a top Lebanese official denied that Hezbollah has agreed to any ceasefire that excludes Gaza. Secretary of State Blinken emphasized the urgency of finding a diplomatic resolution to the conflict, while Israel has presented its own demands for ending military operations. The situation remains precarious, with ongoing military exchanges across the Lebanon-Israel border and concerns about the impact of a prolonged campaign. As the U.S. works towards a comprehensive solution, officials continue to discuss the implications of existing U.N. resolutions and the need for a broadened peacekeeping mission.