Israel, Lebanon Hold Rare Direct Talks In Washington
2 weeks ago
Israel and Lebanon are set to hold their first direct diplomatic talks in decades, with a meeting scheduled today in Washington.
The talks come after more than a month of conflict between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah, which has intensified tensions along the border region.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is expected to join both sides as they discuss efforts to reduce violence and potentially chart a path toward de-escalation.
Lebanese officials say they hope the talks will help bring an end to the fighting, while Israel continues operations in southern Lebanon aimed at establishing a security zone along its northern border.
The talks come after more than a month of conflict between Israel and the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah, which has intensified tensions along the border region.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is expected to join both sides as they discuss efforts to reduce violence and potentially chart a path toward de-escalation.
Lebanese officials say they hope the talks will help bring an end to the fighting, while Israel continues operations in southern Lebanon aimed at establishing a security zone along its northern border.
