Israel, Lebanon extend ceasefire by 45 days as Washington talks conclude
Summary
Israel and Lebanon agreed to extend their ceasefire by 45 days following productive talks facilitated by Washington, aiming to advance lasting peace and security along their shared border.
Key Points
- Israel and Lebanon have agreed to a 45-day extension of their ceasefire to allow for further progress in peace talks.
- The ceasefire extension comes after two days of US-facilitated talks in Washington aimed at settling long-standing conflict.
- Both delegations expressed optimism about the talks, with plans for further negotiations on security and political tracks scheduled for May and June.
- Lebanon prioritizes ending hostilities, while Israel insists on Hezbollah’s disarmament as part of a broader peace agreement.
