Summary:
- Israel is working towards establishing an understanding with Lebanon to discuss border changes only after de-escalation of violence in the north.
- Beirut is eager to start talks on the new border soon, while Israeli officials prefer to wait until the fighting ends.
- Any transfer of Israeli territory must be put to a referendum, for which Netanyahu may struggle to garner support.
- Public willingness to discuss border changes with Lebanon is contingent on reaching an agreement to end hostilities.
