UPDATE: Hamas spokesperson Hazem Qassem says linking ceasefire terms to disarmament complicates phase two negotiations, arguing that such demands contradict the plan for the Gaza Strip proposed by US President Donald Trump.

DEVELOPING: Lebanon considers potential talks with Israel amid internal opposition from Hezbollah and other senior figures, raising concerns over regional stability.

Lebanon is considering potential negotiations with Israel, though the prospect faces significant opposition from senior figures and Hezbollah. The situation draws comparisons to the failed 1983 peace agreement.

UPDATE: Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors to meet at U.S. State Department on Thursday for second round of talks amid ongoing Middle East conflict.

Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors are scheduled to meet at the U.S. State Department on Thursday for a second round of discussions regarding the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.

Iran's Deputy Parliament Speaker says negotiations with US are prohibited until Washington admits failure.

Hamideh Reza Haji Babai, Deputy Speaker of the Islamic Consultative Assembly, states that any negotiations are prohibited until the United States admits to its failure.

UPDATE: Lebanon to seek ceasefire extension and halt to home demolitions in southern villages during upcoming diplomatic talks in Washington, according to a senior official.

A senior Lebanese official stated that Lebanon will request an extension of the ceasefire with Israel and a halt to home demolitions in southern villages during upcoming talks in Washington.