Israel strikes Beirut suburbs as Hezbollah rejects cease‑fire push

The Trump administration urged a cease‑fire between Israel and Lebanon. Israeli forces bombed the outskirts of Beirut as hostilities with Hezbollah intensified. The push for a truce brought Israeli and Lebanese officials to Washington for talks. Delegates met with U.S. officials to discuss steps toward de‑escalation. Hezbollah rejected the proposed cease‑fire, refusing to accept the terms. The rejection left the diplomatic effort stalled despite the talks. The bombing underscores the risk of broader conflict in the region. Observers say further negotiations will be needed to prevent escalation.