Lebanon-Israel talks in Rome stall over dispute on withdrawal from southern Lebanon
Lebanon-Israel talks in Rome stall over dispute on withdrawal from southern Lebanon
Lebanon and Israel resumed talks in Rome on implementing a framework agreement, with Lebanon demanding immediate Israeli withdrawal from a designated buffer zone.
- Lebanese President Joseph Aoun instructed the delegation to demand the immediate withdrawal of Israeli forces from two designated areas before any further discussions.
- The start of talks was delayed by more than an hour after the Israeli delegation arrived late, sources briefed on the preparations said.
- The framework agreement signed on June 26 calls for the disarmament of armed groups, deployment of Lebanese troops in the south, and a gradual Israeli withdrawal.
- Israeli officials said the buffer zone, extending about 10 km into Lebanon, is necessary to protect northern Israeli communities from Hezbollah attacks.
Latest developments
- The first day of Lebanon-Israel talks in Rome has concluded, with both sides expressing willingness to advance the process.
- The US State Department described the atmosphere of the Rome talks as positive and productive, with negotiations set to resume on Wednesday.
- The talks in Rome represent the sixth round of direct negotiations between Lebanon and Israel, having moved from Washington.
- The Lebanese delegation is led by former ambassador Simon Karam, while Israel's delegation is headed by its ambassador to Washington, Yechiel Leiter.
- Italy offered to host the talks in April, and the Italian foreign ministry welcomed the new round in Rome.
What happened since
Israel encircles two South Lebanon towns as Rome talks conclude with new phase agreed
The Israeli army has encircled the towns of Bint Jbeil and Aynata in southern Lebanon while the US embassy announced the conclusion of Rome talks between Lebanon and Israel.
- The Israeli army announced the encirclement of Bint Jbeil and Aynata in southern Lebanon.
- The Israeli army said it continues field operations targeting what it called Hezbollah infrastructure.
- The US embassy in Beirut announced the conclusion of two-day Rome talks and agreement to move to a new phase of technical consultations.
المحادثات اللبنانية الإسرائيلية تتقدم نحو التنفيذ مع استمرار الخلافات حول آلية التحقق
اختتمت في روما الجولة السادسة من المحادثات بين لبنان وإسرائيل، مع تحقيق تقدم في التفاصيل العملية لتنفيذ اتفاق الإطار في منطقتين بجنوب لبنان.
- مصادر في الرئاسة اللبنانية قالت إن الاستعدادات جارية لبدء التنفيذ في المنطقتين النموذجيتين خلال "ساعات أو أيام".
- لم تُحسم بعد آلية التحقق من تنفيذ الترتيبات والجهة التي ستتولاها، حيث يفضل لبنان إسناد المهمة لليونيفيل.
- مصادر الرئاسة اللبنانية أكدت أن لقاءً بين الرئيس جوزاف عون ورئيس الوزراء الإسرائيلي بنيامين نتنياهو "مرفوض تماماً".
- إسرائيل تطلب ربط انسحابها بخطوات قابلة للتحقق لنزع سلاح حزب الله والجماعات المسلحة الأخرى.
Latest developments
- Jul 15 — The U.S. Embassy in Beirut announced that Lebanon and Israel have agreed to begin implementing the pilot zones within days.
- Jul 15 — Lebanese and Israeli delegations have broken a deadlock in Rome, agreeing to begin implementing the pilot zones within days.
- Jul 15 — A virtual military meeting on Friday will include Lebanese, U.S., and Israeli delegates to set a start date for the pilot zones.
Lebanon and Israel Begin Direct Talks on Framework Agreement for Ceasefire and Withdrawal
Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said Lebanon's file is on US President Donald Trump's table as direct talks with Israel opened in Rome.
- The framework agreement, reached after a US-Iran understanding on June 17, provides for a ceasefire, Hezbollah disarmament, Lebanese army deployment, and gradual Israeli withdrawal starting from two pilot zones.
- Lebanese President Joseph Aoun said Washington is now listening to Lebanon and that the country's file is on US President Donald Trump's table.
- Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar said Israel is prepared to proceed with withdrawal from the two pilot zones.
- The Lebanese delegation was instructed to demand immediate Israeli withdrawal from the two pilot zones before discussing any other issues.
Latest developments
- Jul 15 — Israeli and Lebanese negotiations in Rome have concluded, with a senior Israeli official describing the talks as 'good' and stating that further preparations are needed before implementing the pilot-zone phases, expecting completion in the coming days.
Coverage
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لبنان يطالب بانسحاب إسرائيلى فورى من المنطقتين التجريبيتين - اليوم السابع
محادثات روما: هل تحل العقدة المستعصية بين لبنان وإسرائيل؟ | مصراوي
لبنان يطالب بانسحاب إسرائيلي فوري من "المنطقتين التجريبيتين"
لبنان يطالب أمريكا بتعديل ميزان القوى المختل لصالح إسرائيل | مصراوي
خلافات "المنطقة النموذجية" تخيم على محادثات لبنان وإسرائيل
Lebanon, Israel hold talks in Rome on implementing framework deal
محادثات لبنان وإسرائيل في روما: لماذا انتقلت من واشنطن؟ وما أبرز ملفاتها؟ - BBC News عربي
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