The Evening: Israel agrees to truce in Lebanon

Also, Mexico responded to Trump's tariff threat.

View in browser|nytimes.com November 26, 2024 By Matthew Cullen Good evening. Here's the latest at the end of Tuesday. A cease-fire deal for Lebanon Trump's threat to impose tariffs Plus, the 100 notable books of 2024 Beirut, today. Diego Ibarra Sanchez for The New York Times Israel approved terms for a cease-fire with Hezbollah Israel's security cabinet voted this evening to approve a cease-fire agreement that would halt fighting in the yearlong conflict between Israeli forces and Hezbollah, the Lebanese armed group. The agreement, which still needs formal approval in Lebanon, is supposed to take effect at 4 a.m. local time tomorrow, said President Biden, who pushed Israel to agree to the deal. Here's the latest. Under the deal, Israel would withdraw its forces from Lebanon over the next 60 days and Hezbollah would move its fighters north. Biden said it is intended "to be a permanent cessation of hostilities." Hezbollah did not immediately comment on the announcement. Lebanon's government, which does not control Hezbollah but whose approval is essential, was set to meet tomorrow morning to discuss the cease-fire agreement. Here's a map of what the truce would look like. Approval from Israeli ministers, in a 10 to 1 vote, came after Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu embraced the proposal in a televised speech. Just hours earlier, Israeli forces had pounded the heart of Beirut and Hezbollah-dominated neighborhoods with some of the heaviest airstrikes of the war. The cease-fire in Lebanon may have little effect on the war in Gaza. "Hamas is expected to dig in," Patrick Kingsley, our Jerusalem bureau chief, said. "The Israeli government is likely to continue to push for Hamas's complete destruction, even as Israeli generals warn that such a goal is near impossible." President Claudia Sheinbaum of Mexico in Mexico City today. Isaac Esquivel/EPA, via Shutterstock Mexico responded to Trump's tariff threat Donald Trump's vow to use his first day in office to impose heavy tariffs on products from Canada, Mexico and China quickly reverberated around the world. Some business groups and foreign officials condemned the plan, which Trump said would remain in place until the three countries halted the flow of drugs and migrants into the U.S. Mexico's president, Claudia Sheinbaum, suggested today that her country was prepared to respond to Trump's proposal with retaliatory tariffs. She argued that Mexico was already working to curb immigration and drug trafficking, and that U.S. tariffs could set off a damaging trade war. Trump proposed tariffs of 25 percent on goods from Canada and Mexico, and levying an additional 10 percent on goods from China. Such a move would have serious implications for several American industries, including auto manufacturers, who depend heavily on trade with Canada and Mexico. Some of Trump's allies argue that his latest threat is largely a negotiating tactic. But even if that's the case, the move is a reminder that he is eager to shake up global trade. In other politics news: Trump's allies showed their loyalty at his criminal trial in Manhattan. Many are now in line for key government jobs. Trump's pick for Treasury secretary is seen by former colleagues and rivals as a thoughtful choice with a broad understanding of financial markets. Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has pledged to investigate what he calls an infertility crisis in America. Here's what we know. North Carolina's governor, a Democrat, vetoed a bill pushed by Republicans that would strip his office of important powers. A Republican senator is blocking the promotion of Christopher Donahue, the general who commanded the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. Dr. Colin Ottey has prescribed obesity drugs to Medicaid patients in North Carolina. Cornell Watson for The New York Times Biden proposed extending access to obesity drugs The Biden administration, in one of its last major policy directives, proposed today that Medicare and Medicaid cover obesity medications. The move would probably be popular and it certainly would be costly, but it would need the endorsement of Trump administration officials in order to become official. Decades-old legislation prevents Medicare from covering weight loss drugs. The new plan would sidestep that restriction by specifying that the drugs treat obesity and its related conditions. If approved, the new rules would extend access to the drugs to millions of Americans. In related news, a new, monthly drug appeared to help patients lose up to 20 percent of their weight in a year. Erika P. Rodriguez for The New York Times Walmart pulled back from its diversity push In June 2020, Walmart — like many other companies at the time — vowed to make changes to foster inclusion and address systematic racism. Now the company is sending a different message. Walmart confirmed this week that it was rolling back several of its diversity initiatives. It will no longer use the terms D.E.I. and Latinx, it will stop sharing data with a nonprofit that tracks L.G.B.T.Q. policies and it will not renew its racial equity grant program. More top news Russia: Moscow said that Ukraine struck its territory again with U.S.-supplied missiles. Kyiv reported that Russia attacked overnight with nearly 200 drones. Pakistan: The army deployed in the capital, Islamabad, as deadly clashes escalated between the police and supporters of former Prime Minister Imran Khan. Immigration: New York City officials are drawing up plans to shutter a giant migrant shelter in Brooklyn, fearing that the Trump administration may target it. Tech: Last year, a chip breakthrough put Huawei on top of the Chinese smartphone market despite sanctions. Its latest phone is even more advanced. Climate: Denmark has five times as many pigs and cows as people — and now, the world's first belch and manure tax. Industry: The Biden administration said that it would lend $6 billion to help Rivian build an electric car factory in Georgia. Crime: A ransomware attack against a supply chain manager snarled services for around 11,000 Starbucks stores. Health: High-intensity drinking — eight or more drinks in a row for women and 10 or more drinks in a row for men — has risen among middle-aged Americans. TIME TO UNWIND Ricardo Tomás 100 notable books of 2024 Each year, the staff of The Times Book Review puts together a list of the year's 100 most standout fiction and nonfiction. Our 2024 list was released today. We've added the option to check off which books you've read or want to read, leaving you with handy, downloadable lists. They make for great gift guides. Eleanor Davis How to navigate a post-election Thanksgiving Sometimes, it can feel impossible to bridge the political divide, especially just after an election. That can make Thanksgiving with a politically mixed family a struggle. But my colleague Catherine Pearson spoke with families who make it work by focusing on connection rather than confrontation. Even if you're not worried about politics, it can be worth taking a few seconds to prepare before talking with relatives you don't often see. Try, for example, to go beyond "How are you?" and invite people to discuss the things they love. Adriana Loureiro Fernandez for The New York Times Dinner table topics International battle: Colombia and Venezuela each claim the arepa as its own. Who makes it best? Family story: A retired police officer was searching for one of New York City's busiest shoplifters: her son. Strength in silence: Some of this year's best performances are from actresses who say very little. Enhanced Games: A venture capitalist is planning a version of the Olympics in which doping is allowed. Critics call it dangerous. WHAT TO DO TONIGHT Clockwise from top left: David Malosh; Christopher Testani; Linda Xiao; Christopher Testani for The New York Times Cook: Potatoes are a Thanksgiving classic. We have dozens of recipes for you to experiment with. Watch: "Get Millie Black" is a new spin on the cop drama. Read: Emily Mester's "American Bulk" looks at our obsession with buying and rating objects. Plan: Our Frugal Traveler columnist found a bunch of great deals. Style: Professional dress can also be fashionable. Our critic explains how. Consider: Our writer saved her clothes by turning to tiny parasitic wasps. Compete: Take our quiz to see how many hidden book titles you know. Play: Here are today's Spelling Bee, Wordle and Mini Crossword. Find all our games here. ONE LAST THING Duncan McCabe An artwork made from workouts The Strava app is made for tracking exercise. But with some patience, it can also be a platform for art. For years, runners and bikers have used Strava's GPS function to turn the paths of their workouts into fun shapes — like animals, insects and even Queen Elizabeth. This year, Duncan McCabe took the trend to a new height. He stitched roughly 120 long runs through the streets of Toronto into an animated dancing stick figure. It took him nearly 10 months, and in the end he declared: "I became one with the stickman." Have a healthy evening. Thanks for reading. I'll be back tomorrow. — Matthew Philip Pacheco was our photo editor today. We welcome your feedback. Write to us at evening@nytimes.com. Writer: Matthew Cullen Editors: Carole Landry, Whet Moser, Justin Porter, Jonathan Wolfe Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for The Evening from The New York Times. To stop receiving The Evening, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018