Lebanese bury 13 officers killed by Israel as grief and outrage surge ahead of talks in the US - AP News
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Lebanon is burying 13 officers killed by Israel, escalating tensions before talks in the U.S.
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Lebanon is burying 13 officers killed by Israel, prompting widespread grief and outrage across the country. These funerals occur as diplomatic talks are scheduled to take place in the United States. The deaths and subsequent public reaction intensify tensions between Lebanon and Israel. This surge of anger could complicate upcoming discussions aimed at de-escalating regional conflicts.
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