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Israel–Lebanon Talks to Begin in Washington as U.S. Hosts Diplomatic Push
Fresh diplomatic efforts between Israel and Lebanon are set to get underway in Washington, D.C. today, as both sides move forward with talks aimed at easing longstanding tensions.
The discussions are scheduled to begin at 11:00 ET (15:00 GMT), with Marco Rubio expected to participate, according to a U.S. State Department memo.
Representing their respective countries will be Yechiel Leiter and Nada Hamadeh Moawad, both of whom are set to take part in the high-level meeting.
Officials say the ambassadors will briefly address the press ahead of the session, after which discussions will continue behind closed doors.