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Lebanese and Israeli envoys to meet as Israel presses war on Hezbollah

Lebanese and Israeli envoys to meet as Israel presses war on Hezbollah

By Alexander Cornwell and Laila Bassam JERUSALEM/BEIRUT, April 14 (Reuters) - Israeli and Lebanese envoys will meet in Washington on Tuesday as Israel presses its war on Hezbollah, a diplomatic milestone overshadowed by conflicting agendas with Israel ruling out a ceasefire and demanding Beirut

Diplomats try to arrange more US-Iran talks during first full day of American blockade

Diplomats try to arrange more US-Iran talks during first full day of American blockade

Diplomats are working through back channels to arrange more talks between the United States and Iran

The Latest: Israel and Lebanon hold rare talks as US-Iran standoff deepens

The Latest: Israel and Lebanon hold rare talks as US-Iran standoff deepens

Lebanon and Israel are holding their first direct talks in decades

Israel-Lebanon Talks in Washington Face Challenges Over Hezbollah Disarmament

Israel-Lebanon Talks in Washington Face Challenges Over Hezbollah Disarmament

Israel and Lebanon are engaging in direct talks in Washington, D.C., marking a significant diplomatic effort to address ongoing conflicts, particularly concerning Hezbollah's disarmament. These talks are the first of their kind in over four decades and are being closely watched by the international community. The discussions are complicated by Lebanon's internal divisions and Hezbollah's strong ties to Iran. Despite previous agreements, Hezbollah remains heavily armed, posing a significant obstacle to peace. The Lebanese government, under pressure to disarm Hezbollah, faces challenges due to the group's entrenched position and influence.

Lebanon and Israel to hold first direct diplomatic talks in decades in Washington

Lebanon and Israel to hold first direct diplomatic talks in decades in Washington

Lebanon and Israel are holding direct diplomatic talks for the first time in decades

Israel and Lebanon Engage in Peace Talks Amid Hezbollah Tensions

Israel and Lebanon Engage in Peace Talks Amid Hezbollah Tensions

Israel and Lebanon are set to hold peace talks mediated by the U.S. State Department, marking the first such meeting since 1993. The talks aim to address longstanding hostilities between the two nations, although expectations for major breakthroughs are low. Hezbollah's leader, Naim Qassem, has expressed strong opposition to the negotiations, threatening to kidnap enemy soldiers and rejecting the talks as unnecessary concessions. Despite the ongoing conflict, Israel seeks peace and normalization with Lebanon, while continuing military operations against Hezbollah. The Lebanese government faces challenges in disarming Hezbollah, which remains a significant force within the country.

Diplomats try to arrange second round of US-Iran talks during first full day of American blockade

Diplomats try to arrange second round of US-Iran talks during first full day of American blockade

Diplomats worked through backchannels to arrange a new round of talks between the United States and Iran

The Latest: US blockade of Iranian ports 'fully implemented' as Trump says war is near end

The Latest: US blockade of Iranian ports 'fully implemented' as Trump says war is near end

U.S. President Donald Trump says the war in Iran is “very close to over” in clips of an interview set to air Wednesday

Hezbollah official says the group won't abide by any agreements from Lebanon-Israel talks in the US

Hezbollah official says the group won't abide by any agreements from Lebanon-Israel talks in the US

A senior Hezbollah official says the Lebanese militant group will not abide by any agreements made in upcoming direct talks between Israel and Lebanon in the United States

Hezbollah leader urges Lebanon's government to cancel Israel talks as battle rages in strategic town

Hezbollah leader urges Lebanon's government to cancel Israel talks as battle rages in strategic town

Hezbollah's leader has urged Lebanon to withdraw from direct talks with Israel scheduled in Washington

US and Iran end ceasefire talks without agreement and blaming each other

US and Iran end ceasefire talks without agreement and blaming each other

The United States and Iran have ended face-to-face talks without an agreement to end the war, leaving a fragile two-week ceasefire in doubt

Hezbollah Rocket and Drone Attacks Hit Northern Israel, Schools Closed

Hezbollah Rocket and Drone Attacks Hit Northern Israel, Schools Closed

Northern Israel has been targeted by a barrage of rockets and drones launched by Hezbollah from southern Lebanon. The attacks resulted in minor damage to a building in Shlomi, with no reported injuries. In response, the city of Acre has announced the closure of schools due to the ongoing threat. The attacks coincide with ongoing discussions between Iran and the United States regarding a ceasefire in the Middle East, although Lebanon remains a separate issue according to Israeli and U.S. officials.