Lebanon, Israel, and the United States formally signed a framework agreement in Washington D.C. on June 26th, aiming to establish a path towards “durable peace and security.” The agreement represents a significant step in resolving a long-standing maritime border dispute between Lebanon and Israel. While details remain limited, the framework is intended to facilitate further negotiations and potential resource exploration in the Eastern Mediterranean. Officials from all three nations expressed cautious optimism regarding the agreement’s potential to de-escalate tensions in the region. The deal does not fully resolve the border dispute, but establishes a process for continued dialogue. The United States played a key mediating role in bringing the parties to the negotiating table and securing the framework agreement. This marks a rare instance of cooperation between Lebanon and Israel, which do not have formal diplomatic relations.