Lebanon points to ‘positive progress’ on borders, prisoners in Israel talks
Summary
Lebanon’s President Joseph Aoun said there was positive progress in talks with Israel about borders, prisoner exchanges, and other issues, despite ongoing Israeli military attacks. The talks took place in Rome and involved the United States, which described the discussions as productive and close to an agreement.Key Facts
- Lebanon and Israel held talks in Rome this week covering ceasefire, borders, prisoner exchanges, and “pilot zones.”
- President Joseph Aoun said the talks showed positive progress and expressed hope for practical steps soon.
- The US State Department called the discussions “fruitful” and said both sides are closer to an agreement.
- Despite talks, Israeli attacks continued on Lebanese towns, including shelling and drone flights over Beirut.
- Lebanese soldiers and civilians were wounded in recent Israeli military actions.
- Israel ordered forced displacement of residents in the Lebanese town of al-Mansouri, which locals say is outside the Israeli-occupied zone.
- President Aoun met recently with US President Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who understand Lebanon’s situation.
- The ongoing violence frustrates displaced Lebanese families who want Israel to follow the June 26 “framework agreement.”
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