Israeli and Lebanese ambassadors meet for first time under new US initiative

US Hosts First Direct Talks Between Lebanese, Israeli Ambassadors in Decades

The Lebanese and Israeli ambassadors to the United States have met at the State Department in Washington for their countries’ first direct talks in decades. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio is facilitating the discussions.

According to sources, the ambassadors arrived at the State Department on [date] for the high-level meeting. The event marks a significant development in bilateral relations between Lebanon and Israel, which have been strained for many years.

The Lebanese ambassador to the United States, [name], and the Israeli ambassador, [name], are engaged in talks with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio at the State Department. The discussions aim to promote dialogue and cooperation between the two countries.

Details of the agenda for the meeting were not disclosed. However, it is reported that the ambassadors will engage in a range of topics, including regional issues and bilateral relations.

The direct talks between Lebanon and Israel are seen as an important step towards improving relations between the two countries. The event has been facilitated by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who is hosting the discussions at the State Department.

Further information on the outcome of the meeting will be provided in due course.

Source: Al Jazeera