Israel and Lebanon have reported a productive first day of talks in Washington as the deadline for the ceasefire between the two countries approaches.
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The United States on Thursday pushed to extend a fragile Israel-Lebanon ceasefire ahead of its Sunday expiry, as President Donald…
Israel and Lebanon opened a second day of talks in Washington on Friday, diplomats said, despite a new flare-up of violence with…
The meeting marks the first direct talks between the two sides, though US officials say more time is needed.
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"We have entered a ceasefire. We will continue to act against threats and will remain in the Strip. If Hezbollah harms our…
