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Israel, Lebanon Discuss Hezbollah Disarmament Amid Ongoing Tensions

4/14/2026

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Israel's Ambassador Yechiel Leiter will meet Lebanese counterpart Nada Hamadeh in Washington on Tuesday to discuss Hezbollah's disarmament.
Lebanon claims commitment to disarming Hezbollah, despite Israel's skepticism about Beirut's ability to deliver.
Israel has refrained from airstrikes on Beirut since April 9, stating that a complete ceasefire is not an option.
The United States facilitates the talks to secure Israel's northern border, with Lebanon seeking a ceasefire despite Hezbollah's opposition.

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Israel's Ambassador Yechiel Leiter will meet Lebanese counterpart Nada Hamadeh in Washington on Tuesday to discuss Hezbollah's disarmament.
Lebanon claims commitment to disarming Hezbollah, despite Israel's skepticism about Beirut's ability to deliver.
Israel has refrained from airstrikes on Beirut since April 9, stating that a complete ceasefire is not an option.
The United States facilitates the talks to secure Israel's northern border, with Lebanon seeking a ceasefire despite Hezbollah's opposition.