A Lebanese official tells Al Jazeera that there is a US effort to de-escalate Israeli actions in the country amid ongoing negotiations that will move on to their second phase in Washington next week.

According to the official, next week’s talks will address security and political issues, including the full withdrawal of Israeli troops from Lebanon, the release of prisoners, and reconstruction.

Yesterday’s attack on Beirut’s southern suburb, which targeted a commander from Hezbollah’s Radwan Force, the official says, was a message from Israel to disrupt negotiations.

“Lebanon is not heading towards signing a peace agreement, but rather a path whose maximum limit is the restoration of rights in exchange for a non-aggression pact. Iran’s efforts to support Lebanon’s position are appreciated if they lead to a ceasefire,” they add.

“Any Iranian effort to achieve a ceasefire must go through Lebanese institutions and contribute to the implementation of the decision to restrict weapons.”