Israel and Lebanon to Hold First Direct Talks in Over 30 Years, Says Trump

In a late-night social media post, U.S. President Donald Trump announced that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel will speak directly with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun. This will mark the first such dialogue since 1993 and aims to pave the way for a ceasefire after recent Washington talks ended without a deal. The announcement arrives amid escalating conflict. Hezbollah has launched missile strikes on Israel following U.S. and Israeli actions against Iran. Israel’s retaliatory strikes in Lebanon have caused more than 2,000 deaths and forced over one million people to flee their homes. Regional leaders from Pakistan, Iran, and Saudi Arabia are also engaged in diplomatic efforts to extend the fragile truce. Earlier, Israel’s defense minister proposed establishing a security zone along the Lebanese border to prevent further displacement.

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