"[T]here is an opportunity for a better future in Lebanon, and maybe even for better relations between our countries," said Gideon Sa'ar.

A November 27 ceasefire was supposed to end violent attacks, but Israel has continued sporadic strikes on Lebanon.

After a week of discussions with US leaders, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu departed Washington on Sunday morning.

Assad's ouster from Syria, a weakened Iran and Lebanon's new government are attracting renewed interest in stocks and ...