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Lebanon, Israel Hold Peace Talks Amid Hezbollah Tensions

4/22/2026

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Representatives from Lebanon and Israel will meet in Washington for peace talks, excluding Hezbollah.
A key issue is Hezbollah's disarmament, which Wafiq Safa, a senior official, says will never happen.
Safa stated Hezbollah will respond to Israeli attacks during the cease-fire, defending Lebanon.
Hezbollah has engaged in recent conflicts with Israeli forces.
The group demands adherence to the cease-fire, withdrawal from occupied territories, and the release of prisoners.

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Representatives from Lebanon and Israel will meet in Washington for peace talks, excluding Hezbollah.
A key issue is Hezbollah's disarmament, which Wafiq Safa, a senior official, says will never happen.
Safa stated Hezbollah will respond to Israeli attacks during the cease-fire, defending Lebanon.
Hezbollah has engaged in recent conflicts with Israeli forces.
The group demands adherence to the cease-fire, withdrawal from occupied territories, and the release of prisoners.