Israel kills seven in Lebanon as direct talks continue in US for second day
Summary
Israeli and Lebanese officials continued direct talks in Washington, DC, amid ongoing Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon that killed at least seven people. The talks aim to address conflict issues, but both countries have different goals: Lebanon wants Israel to stop attacks and leave its territory, while Israel seeks the disarmament of Hezbollah and possible normalization of relations.Key Facts
- Israeli and Lebanese delegations met in Washington for the third round of talks this year.
- Talks are happening despite ongoing Israeli military actions in Lebanon.
- At least seven people were killed in recent Israeli attacks in southern Lebanon.
- Since fighting resumed on March 2, nearly 3,000 Lebanese have died and 20 Israeli soldiers have been killed.
- Lebanon demands a full end to Israeli attacks and occupation before further negotiations.
- Israel wants Hezbollah, an Iran-backed group, to disarm and seeks normal relations with Lebanon.
- Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun refuses direct meetings with Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu for now.
- The April 16 ceasefire is set to expire soon, but attacks have continued despite the truce.
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