Historic Peace Talks: Lebanon and Israel Seek Truce Extension
Lebanon and Israel are engaging in a second session of direct talks at the White House to extend a truce and plan future negotiations, aiming to end decades of hostility. The talks involve prominent diplomatic figures and come after a history of violence, including a recent war sparked by Hezbollah rocket attacks.
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In an unprecedented diplomatic move, Lebanon and Israel are set to reconvene at the White House on Thursday, marking a historic attempt to extend a fragile truce and lay groundwork for lasting peace talks.
The high-level meeting includes Lebanon's Ambassador Nada Hamadeh Moawad and her Israeli counterpart Yechiel Leiter, with U.S. President Donald Trump poised to welcome the dignitaries, reflecting the significance of the negotiations after decades of hostile relations.
With hopes pinned on extending a ceasefire and addressing contentious issues like Israeli home demolitions in occupied territories, the nations aim to navigate toward a peaceful resolution and a future free from conflict, despite staunch opposition from Hezbollah.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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