Lebanon, Israel, and the United States formally signed a trilateral framework agreement in Washington D.C. on Friday. The agreement establishes a framework intended to facilitate a final peace accord between Lebanon and Israel, specifically regarding their maritime border dispute in the Mediterranean Sea. While not a full peace treaty, the deal is considered a significant step towards resolving long-standing tensions and enabling offshore oil and gas exploration. The agreement builds upon years of US-mediated negotiations between the two countries, which do not have formal diplomatic relations. Details of the framework remain limited, but officials indicate it addresses key points of contention regarding exclusive economic zones. This development could unlock vital energy resources for Lebanon, currently facing a severe economic crisis, and reduce regional instability. The signing represents a rare instance of cooperation between nations with historically adversarial relationships.