Top U.S. envoy Thomas Barrack has urged Israel to comply with a Lebanese plan aimed at disarming Hezbollah by year-end in exchange for a halt to Israeli military operations in Lebanon. Despite Lebanon’s cabinet approving the plan, Hezbollah has resisted disarmament, linking it to Israel’s military actions. Barrack emphasized that Lebanon has taken steps, now requiring Israel’s cooperation, while tensions remain high with Hezbollah’s leader warning of dire consequences if the group is confronted. The situation highlights the complex dynamics of regional security and the challenges in achieving a lasting peace amid entrenched militant presence.