U.S. Officials Plan Switzerland Trip as Lebanon Death Toll Rises

U.S. officials are traveling to Switzerland for diplomatic meetings while the death toll in Lebanon increased overnight. The officials' departure follows reports of rising casualties in Lebanon. The meetings are described as an effort to advance diplomatic efforts in the region.

Lebanon recorded additional deaths overnight, according to reports cited by @zerohedge. The increase comes as diplomatic activity resumes. No specific agenda items or participants were detailed in the reports. Further updates on the outcome of the meetings and the situation in Lebanon are expected in the coming days.