Lebanon and Israel to hold first direct diplomatic talks in decades in Washington - AP News
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Lebanon and Israel are scheduled to hold their first direct diplomatic talks in decades in Washington.
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Lebanon and Israel are scheduled to hold their first direct diplomatic talks in decades in Washington. This marks a significant development given the long-standing state of conflict and absence of formal diplomatic relations between the two nations. The discussions will likely focus on resolving ongoing border disputes and other contentious issues. These talks represent a rare opportunity for direct engagement between the two countries, potentially mediated or hosted by the United States.
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