Washington-Web Desk: Lebanese and Israeli officials are set to hold ceasefire talks on Tuesday in Washington, DC, according to British media reports, in what could mark a significant diplomatic step amid ongoing regional tensions.
Reports suggest that Israel has maintained its position that Hezbollah will not be included in the negotiations, a stance expected to shape the framework of the discussions.
Earlier, diplomatic sources indicated that preliminary contact between Lebanon and Israel had already taken place ahead of the US-mediated talks. The initial communication reportedly occurred through ambassadors based in Washington, following a period of heightened cross-border tensions.
According to Lebanon’s presidential office, the recent engagement represents an important diplomatic development after months of strained relations and escalating violence.
The upcoming meeting at the US State Department is expected to focus on establishing a formal ceasefire framework and agreeing on a structured negotiation timeline between the two sides.
The development comes amid broader regional instability, with reports of intensified hostilities in Lebanon following earlier ceasefire arrangements involving Iran and the United States, which were followed by renewed Israeli strikes and significant casualties.
Officials from all parties have yet to issue a detailed public statement ahead of the scheduled talks.
