In Syria a 48-hour ceasefire has been agreed between the army, Syrian insurgents and the Lebanese Hezbollah group in three towns.<br /><br /> It was due to come into force at 0600 local time on Wednesday (August 12). <br /><br /> The ceasefire will apply in the rebel-held town of Zabadani, as well as two Shi’ite towns in Idlib province.<br /><br /> A source close to the negotiations said talks would continue on other subjects.<br /><br /> The lull in fighting will allow people, including combatants, to leave the areas concerned, and also allow access for food and medical aid.<br /><br /> Amateur video from social media purported to show recent heavy fighting going on in Idlib. <br /><br /> Meanwhile on the wider diplomatic front the US is hopeful that Iran can help to bring an end to the Syrian crisis. <br /><br /> America has accused Iran of backing proxies not just in Syria, but also in Iraq, Lebanon and Yemen.<br /><br /> Speaking in New York on Tuesday Secretary of State John Kerry said Iran has indicated that if the US Congress ratifies the recent nuclear dea
