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Lebanon-Israel peace talks show positive progress

From Naharnet · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Lebanon and Israel are reportedly making positive progress in peace talks held in Washington.
  • Sources indicate that both sides presented proposals on ceasefire formulas, with U.S. acceptance sensed regarding a comprehensive ceasefire.
  • Discussions are described as progressing constructively, with a second round of negotiations expected.

Lebanon and Israel are reportedly experiencing positive developments in their ongoing peace talks in Washington, according to sources familiar with the discussions.

sensed Israeli and U.S. acceptance regarding a comprehensive ceasefire, and the three parties presented proposals on specific ceasefire formulas.

โ€” Baabda sourcesReporting on the Lebanese delegation's perception of the peace talks

Baabda sources stated that the Lebanese delegation "sensed Israeli and U.S. acceptance regarding a comprehensive ceasefire." The three parties involved have presented proposals outlining specific ceasefire formulas. "There is seriousness and a clear effort and interest from the U.S. in reaching a comprehensive ceasefire," the sources told MTV.

There is seriousness and a clear effort and interest from the U.S. in reaching a comprehensive ceasefire.

โ€” Baabda sourcesSpeaking to MTV about the peace talks

Negotiations are described as "progressing positively and constructively," with a second round of talks anticipated for the following day. Sources speaking to Israel's public broadcaster also confirmed that the negotiations with Lebanon are "advancing in a good manner."

Discussions are progressing positively and constructively, and we are waiting for the second round of negotiations tomorrow.

โ€” Baabda sourcesSpeaking to MTV about the peace talks

U.S. President Donald Trump has reportedly "given instructions for containing the escalation in Lebanon." While Israel is said to be unwilling to attack Beirut, it also will not withdraw from its current positions. U.S. forces are expected to train and equip the Lebanese Army. Al-Arabiya reported that the Israeli army would withdraw from Lebanon over a 60-day period.

advancing in a good manner.

โ€” SourcesSpeaking to Israel's public broadcaster about negotiations with Lebanon
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Originally published by Naharnet in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.