The United States has initiated discussions in Rome between Israel and Lebanon, with the talks set to extend through Thursday. This effort underscores the U.S.'s dedication to fostering a stable environment for both governments, focusing on enhancing Israel's security and helping Lebanon regain its governance over the southern region, reducing potential threats in the area.

The US will be represented at the technical level during the next round of direct talks between Lebanon and Israel in Rome, with senior delegations from

The latest talks come as Israel continues to occupy and strike southern Lebanon.