Amid escalating conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, a high-ranking Iranian adviser, Ali Larijani, visited Lebanon to express support for the Lebanese government and Hezbollah. This visit coincides with intensified Israeli airstrikes in Beirut and ongoing diplomatic efforts led by the U.S. to broker a ceasefire. The U.S. Ambassador to Lebanon, Lisa Johnson, has submitted a ceasefire proposal to Lebanese officials, with hopes of ending hostilities that began in October 2023. The proposal is aligned with UN Resolution 1701, which calls for the Lebanese army and UN peacekeepers to be the sole armed forces in southern Lebanon. While optimism exists among Lebanese authorities for a resolution, significant disagreements remain, particularly concerning Israel's potential enforcement rights. Diplomatic negotiations continue as Israel and Hezbollah maintain their aggressive military engagements.