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Lebanon and Israel Meet in Rome, Demand Phased Israeli Pullout

8/5/2026

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Lebanon and Israel met in Rome on August 4, 2026 in U.S.-backed talks, with Beirut demanding a phased Israeli withdrawal.
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam told his cabinet on August 3 that Lebanon seeks successive Israeli withdrawals toward a full pullout.
State Department spokesman Tommy Pigott said the United States remains fully committed to lasting security for both nations.
Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem warned the negotiations would bring shame, humiliation and compromises for Lebanon.

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Lebanon and Israel met in Rome on August 4, 2026 in U.S.-backed talks, with Beirut demanding a phased Israeli withdrawal.
Prime Minister Nawaf Salam told his cabinet on August 3 that Lebanon seeks successive Israeli withdrawals toward a full pullout.
State Department spokesman Tommy Pigott said the United States remains fully committed to lasting security for both nations.
Hezbollah leader Naim Qassem warned the negotiations would bring shame, humiliation and compromises for Lebanon.