As Lebanon faces Israel’s vicious war machine, politicians are deliberating a tripartite initiative that seeks to usher a ceasefire through internal political change. These efforts, albeit constructive, are raising questions on the timing, with Hezbollah—the Lebanese political and military group with overpowering influence in the country—facing massive blows as it fights against the Israeli invasion. Last week, reports emerged that acting premier Najeeb Mikati, speaker Nabeeh Berri and former head of the Socialist Party Walid Jumbalat have been holding talks to ultimately bring an end to the c…