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Lebanon Open To Peace Talks With Israel But Insists On Ceasefire First Amid Rising Tensions
24htopnews | March 15, 2026 11:09 AM CST

Lebanon has signalled openness to direct peace talks with Israel but insists that a ceasefire must be implemented first. The development comes amid escalating military tensions, cross-border clashes involving Hezbollah and Israeli forces, and growing diplomatic efforts to prevent a wider regional conflict.

Beirut [Lebanon], March 15: Lebanon is open to entering direct peace talks with Israel, but insists that a ceasefire must be reached before negotiations begin, according to Al Jazeera.

The development comes as Israel threatens what could be its largest ground invasion of Lebanon since the 2006 War.

According to Al Jazeera, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has assigned his close adviser, Ron Dermer, to lead the Israeli side of the Lebanon diplomatic track. From the US side, the talks could reportedly involve Jared Kushner, son-in-law of US President Donald Trump.

The discussions could begin within days and may take place in Paris or Cyprus, potentially involving direct, head-to-head negotiations, Al Jazeera reported.


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