Israel and Hezbollah are expected to sign a ceasefire deal that would end the fighting on the northern front. The deal calls for an initial two-month ceasefire, during which Israeli forces would withdraw from Lebanon and Hezbollah would end its armed presence south of the Litani River. Lebanese civilians will be allowed to return to their homes in the evacuated villages and towns. Lebanon has committed to overseeing all arms purchases and production to prevent weapons from reaching Hezbollah. Israel demanded guarantees to ensure Hezbollah's weapons were removed from the border area. The US and France will head the international body overseeing the deal's implementation.