Israel’s security cabinet was due to meet to vote on a proposed ceasefire in its war with Hezbollah in Lebanon, an official said, while the White House voiced optimism that a deal was close, AFP reports.

AFPTV footage showed multiple plumes of smoke rising from the area, a day after the Lebanese health ministry said Israeli air strikes killed 31 people, mostly in southern Lebanon.

On the diplomatic front, an Israeli official speaking on condition of anonymity said the security cabinet “will decide this evening on the ceasefire deal”.

US National Security Council spokesman John Kirby said the talks were progressing but not yet finalised, noting, “We believe we’ve reached this point where we’re close”.

US news outlet Axios reported the draft agreement includes a 60-day transition period. Israeli forces would withdraw, the Lebanese army would redeploy near the border, and Hezbollah would move heavy weapons north of the Litani River, said Axios.