Israel Democracy HQ, which organized protests against the government and judicial overhaul since 2023, has lost funding and protesters since the outbreak of the October 7 war. 'We'll work to establish a government that won't deepen our nation's rift,' it stated.

Ziv Agmon, who assumed the position of Netanyahu's acting chief of staff because his predecessor faces corruption allegations, denied the statements ascribed to him, saying he faces 'a grave injustice'

One diplomat explained that the Lebanese fear another civil war, and the Israelis seek to finally disarm Hezbollah. Another reason for the lack of progress is Beirut's fear of being perceived as 'collaborating with the enemy' while Israel attacks across Lebanon