Israeli ambassador to US says Hezbollah ceasefire deal could come 'within days'

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The Israeli ambassador to Washington says a ceasefire deal to end fighting between Israel and Lebanon-based Hezbollah militants could be reached “within days.” Ambassador Mike Herzog told Israeli Army Radio on Monday there remain “points to finalize” and any deal requires agreement from the government. But he said “we are close to a deal.” Israeli officials said Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu ’s security Cabinet was set to convene Tuesday to discuss a proposed ceasefire. Among the issues