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Next round of Israel-Lebanon talks to take place early August in Rome, US official says
Negotiators plan to focus on the trilateral framework, resolving border issues, and expanding pilot areas in southern Lebanon.
Israel, Lebanon delegations to meet in Rome on August 4 for new negotiations round, official says
Israel-Lebanon talks conclude in Rome, pilot zones agreed, IDF may begin withdrawal in days
Lebanese activists face judicial persecution in Lebanon after criticizing Hezbollah
Netanyahu urges Trump to cap Lebanon talks at two-three weeks amid IDF restraint - report
Israeli officials have argued that continued Hezbollah attacks against IDF troops and northern communities are eroding the chances of reaching an agreement and undermining Israel’s deterrence.
Likud minister contradicts Netanyahu, says US limiting Israel's actions in Lebanon
Dichter, a member of the security cabinet, offered a rare glimpse on Wednesday into the decision-making constraints shaping Israel’s conduct on the northern front.
Rubio on White House shooting: 'A lot of leadership' and warns Iran 'seeks to dominate the region'
Rubio called the shooting an “unfortunate situation” that an individual could disrupt the important event, and said, "That’s kind of the world we live in right now.”
US hosts talks as Lebanon seeks ceasefire extension with Israel
The US-mediated ceasefire, which is set to expire on Sunday, has yielded a significant reduction in violence, but attacks have continued in southern Lebanon.
Israel’s Lebanon move raises doubts over gas, Hezbollah and the 2022 maritime deal - analysis
The new buffer zone reflects Israel’s long-term security strategy, with gas concerns secondary to countering Hezbollah.
US releases details of Israel-Lebanon ceasefire, Israel preserves right to self-defense
Both countries also recognize that Hezbollah’s activity “must be curtailed,” as Lebanon’s security forces are the only ones authorized to bear arms.
Lebanon's Aoun refused direct talks with Netanyahu before Trump announced truce
"It seems a ceasefire in Lebanon is getting closer," the source told The Jerusalem Post, adding that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump talked on Thursday.
No peace, no normalization: What Lebanon really wants - analysis
The key question is why Lebanon, which until recently boycotted Israel, labeled it an enemy and avoided any form of public engagement, is now actively seeking direct talks.
No peace, no normalization: What Lebanon really wants - analysis
The key question is why Lebanon, which until recently boycotted Israel, labeled it an enemy and avoided any form of public engagement, is now actively seeking direct talks.
Arab voices cautiously back Israel-Lebanon talks, blast Hezbollah’s role in war
Commenting on social media platform X, journalist Tony Boulos expressed cautious optimism, writing that “the hope is that the process will mature into a fair peace agreement.
