US pushing Israeli de-escalation ahead of new talks: Lebanese official
Summary
The United States is working to reduce violence between Israel and Lebanon and plans new talks between the two countries in Washington, DC, in mid-May. These talks aim to address security and political issues to maintain a ceasefire and move toward ending hostilities.Key Facts
- The US is pushing for Israel and Lebanon to de-escalate violence and keep a ceasefire.
- Delegation-level negotiations are scheduled for May 14-17 in Washington, DC.
- Talks will cover security, political matters, border issues, prisoners, displaced people, and rebuilding efforts.
- Israel continued attacks in southern Lebanon on May 11, killing one person and wounding several.
- Lebanon’s leadership seeks a nonaggression pact with Israel, not a full peace agreement.
- The current Lebanon ceasefire began on April 16, announced by President Donald Trump.
- The conflict in Lebanon has caused over 2,700 deaths and displaced about 1.2 million people.
- Both Israel and Hezbollah have accused each other of violating the ceasefire since it started.
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