Israel says it will not withdraw forces from southern Lebanon until Hezbollah is disarmed and it sets no timetable for Gaza and Syria.David Mencer and Benjamin Netanyahu say troops will remain while Israeli air and drone strikes have targeted militants near the Ali al-Taher ridge and other positions.US-mediated talks in Washington proceed with
Marco Rubio reporting progress toward a commitment of intent even as
Hezbollah and
Iran reject the negotiations and Oman opens a temporary shipping corridor.