Israel x Lebanon diplomatic meetingAugust 31

The US State Department spokesman announced that the final day of talks between Lebanon and Israel in Rome ended Thursday afternoon. They were constructive at the technical and expert levels. The two sides have come closer to each other on the steps that need to be taken to advance and expand the process of establishing the pilot zone.

Live: Israel, Lebanon talks wrap up in Rome after 3 days

Sources in Baabda told MTV: The initial date for the eighth round of negotiations between Lebanon and Israel is early September, with Rome being the most likely venue.

Reports in Lebanon: The round of negotiations between Israel and Lebanon, which took place in Rome and lasted three days, has ended.

Rome negotiations between Lebanon and Israel have ended.

Live: Lebanon and Israel resume third day of talks in Rome

After negotiations ended early yesterday because of the escalation in southern Lebanon, the third day of the seventh round of Lebanon-Israel talks has started in Rome. We’ll see what today’s talks bring.

ISRAEL LEBANON TALKS • • Per a State Department official: • • Today’s round of talks concluded at 15:30 Rome time. Talks ended early due to events on the ground, but will reconvene tomorrow morning. • • Discussions focused on a range of political and military issues and were extremely productive. The technical teams made progress on determining key details on implementation of the Trilateral Framework.

Lebanon and Israel Negotiations According to a Foreign Ministry official: Today's round of talks concluded at 3:30 PM Rome time. The talks ended early due to developments on the ground and will resume tomorrow morning. The discussions focused on a range of political and military issues and were very productive; the technical teams made progress in identifying key details related to the implementation of the tripartite framework.

Senior US State Department official: The round of talks between Israel and Lebanon in Rome ended today at 3:30 p.m. (Rome time). The talks ended earlier than planned due to security incidents on the ground, but will resume tomorrow morning. The discussions covered a variety of political and military issues and were very productive. The professional teams made progress in formulating the key details regarding the implementation of the framework agreement between Israel, Lebanon and the United States.

The Times of Israel reported that US-brokered Israeli-Lebanese talks in Rome ended hours early. An Israeli source said the Israeli ambassador to the US had accused the Lebanese delegation of spreading false information in the media.

A U.S. State Department spokesperson stated that, building on the momentum of the meetings between President Trump and President Aoun and Prime Minister Netanyahu, and the successful launch of the first pilot zones in southern Lebanon, the latest round of U.S.-mediated talks between Israel and Lebanon began today in Rome and will continue until August 6. This round of talks brings together technical teams from both governments to advance the full implementation of the trilateral framework agreement, including the pilot zone process, verified disarmament of Hezbollah and other Iranian-backed security threats, the redeployment of Israeli forces from southern Lebanon, and laying the groundwork for a comprehensive peace and security agreement. The United States continues to fully support both governments in advancing this process with the aim of bringing lasting security to both countries, eliminating security threats to Israel, and restoring Lebanese national authority throughout southern Lebanon.

Live: Lebanon and Israel hold new round of direct talks in Rome

State Department Spokesperson - The talks between Israel and Lebanon that began today in Rome under US mediation will continue until August 6. The technical teams are working on implementing the operation and the document of understanding between the parties.

According to Sadaf Baghbani, a correspondent for Iran International, the seventh round of Lebanon-Israel talks was held in Rome on Tuesday, August 4, and this time hosted by Italy; previous rounds were mediated by the United States. The Lebanese government is demanding a complete withdrawal of Israeli forces from southern Lebanon, and Israel says that before withdrawing, it must ensure that these areas are cleared of Hezbollah weapons. According to the latest reports, the issue of the land border between the two countries has also been put on the agenda for the first time with Israel’s consent. Hezbollah’s Secretary General accused the Lebanese government of moving in line with Israel’s demands instead of Lebanon’s interests.

State Department Spokesperson on the Fifth Round of Negotiations Between Israel and Lebanon Building directly on the momentum generated by President Trump’s meeting with President Aoun and Prime Minister Netanyahu, and the successful launch of the first pilot zones in southern Lebanon, the latest round of U.S.-facilitated talks between Israel and Lebanon began today in Rome and is scheduled to continue through August 6. These discussions bring together technical teams from both governments to advance the full implementation of the “tripartite framework,” including the pilot zones process, the disarmament of Hezbollah and the proven and verifiable addressing of other Iranian-backed security threats, the redeployment of Israeli forces from southern Lebanon, and paving the way for a comprehensive peace and security agreement. The United States reaffirms its full commitment to supporting both governments in moving this process forward, achieving lasting security for both countries, eliminating the security threats facing Israel, and restoring Lebanese state authority throughout the south.

The US State Department announced that the latest round of US-mediated talks between Israel and Lebanon began in Rome on Tuesday and will continue until August 6.

US State Department: Talks between Israel and Lebanon in Rome will continue until August 6

US State Department: US-sponsored talks between Israel and Lebanon begin in Rome and will continue until August 6. #Breaking #Here_Kingdom

US State Department: Rome to host US-sponsored talks between Lebanon and Israel, continuing until August 6

The US State Department: The talks we are organizing between Israel and Lebanon in Rome will continue until August 6.

U.S. State Dept: Latest U.S.-Facilitated Talks Between Israel and Lebanon Began Today in Rome and Will Continue Through August 6.

Building directly on the momentum from President Trump's meeting with President Aoun, Prime Minister Netanyahu, and the successful launch of the first pilot zones in southern Lebanon, the latest U.S.-facilitated talks between Israel and Lebanon began today in Rome and will continue through August 6. • • These discussions bring together technical teams from both governments to advance full implementation of the Trilateral Framework, including the pilot zone process, verified disarmament of Hizballah and other Iran-backed security threats, redeployment of Israeli forces from southern Lebanon, and laying the ground for a comprehensive peace and security agreement. • • The United States remains fully committed to supporting both governments as they carry this process forward in a manner that delivers lasting security for both countries, eliminates security threats to Israel, and restores Lebanese state authority throughout the south.

Report: Today's negotiations between Israel and Lebanon in Rome have ended

Today marks the first of two days of negotiations between Lebanon and Israel in Rome. • • The delegations are expected to review progress in the pilot zones and are currently discussing border demarcation.

Live: Lebanon and Israel hold fresh talks in Rome

The seventh round of talks between Lebanon and Israel began in Rome on Tuesday, August 4, with the mediation of the United States. The meeting is attended by military, security, and diplomatic delegations from Lebanon and Israel. More details in an interview with Babak Eshaghi, Iran International correspondent

Live: What to expect as Israel-Lebanon negotiators meet in Rome

Lebanon and Israel hold new round of direct talks in Rome

Negotiations between Lebanon and Israel in Rome began a short time ago

A new round of negotiations between Lebanon and Israel is scheduled for tomorrow... and the Lebanese delegation is leaving Beirut.

A round of negotiations between Lebanon and Israel will take place in Rome next Tuesday. A source told Al-Hadath that Beirut will push for the transition to the second phase of the "pilot zones," which will include the city of Bint Jbeil.

On a different note, the negotiations between the Israelis and the Lebanese in Rome on August 4-6 are expected to include larger delegations than before, with both civilian and military officials taking part. • • Lebanon will be represented by Ambassador to Nada Hamadah Mouawad, Ambassador Simon Karam, and senior civilian and military officials. • • Israel will be represented by Israeli Ambassador to DC Yechiel Leiter, Deputy NSA Yossi Draznin, and senior civilian and military officials. • • The U.S. delegation is expected to include representatives from the State Department, the National Security Council, DOW & the Pentagon. • • From the State Department, representatives from the Secretary’s Office, the Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs, and the Bureau of Humanitarian Response are expected to participate. • • @AsharqNews

Beirut demands four key issues... Direct Lebanese-Israeli negotiations to begin in Rome in early August

Israel and Lebanon are back at the negotiating table in Rome, Italy.

The United States confirms new talks between Israel and Lebanon will take place in Rome between August 4 and 6.

Axios, citing a US official: The next round of Lebanon-Israel talks will be held in Rome on August 4 and 6.

#LiveCoverage | CNN, citing a US State Department official: Talks between #Lebanon and Israel will be held in Rome from August 4-6.

A US official says talks between Lebanon and Israel will be held in Rome from August 4-6.

Date set for new round of Lebanon-Israeli talks in Rome CNN quoted a US State Department official as saying: Talks between Lebanon and Israel will be held in Rome from August 4 to 6. nournews.ir @Nournews_IR

CNN, citing a US State Department official: Talks between #Lebanon and Israel will be held in Rome from August 4 to 6.

Axios, citing a US official: A round of talks between Israel and Lebanon, sponsored by Washington, will be held in Rome from August 4 to 6.

Barak Ravid Senior US State Department official: The next round of talks between Israel and Lebanon, led by the United States, will be held in Rome between August 4 and 6, and noted that a discussion is expected during the talks on the "expansion of the pilot areas" in southern Lebanon and the disputes on the land border between the countries.

Israel, Lebanon and the United States are expected to hold talks in Rome next week on expanding the IDF redeployment process in southern Lebanon and discussing disputes regarding the land border between the countries, a senior US State Department official told me. The next round of talks between Israel and Lebanon, led by the United States, will be held in Rome from August 4 to 6. A senior US State Department official said there is "significant momentum" in the Israeli-Lebanese track, following the successful launch of the first pilot zone in southern Lebanon and the meeting between Lebanese President Joseph Aoun and President Trump last week. "In Rome, the professional working teams will focus on promoting the full implementation of the framework agreement. This includes expanding the pilot area process, resolving all outstanding border issues, and working towards a comprehensive peace and security agreement," the State Department official said. According to the US State Department official, the first pilot area in southern Lebanon, which is currently being implemented, "is an opportunity to achieve real progress on the ground, by restoring the authority of the Lebanese state through the verifiable disarmament of terrorist organizations, and building the trust needed for the next steps." "The experience gained in the first pilot areas will help us refine the way the model is implemented so that it can be gradually expanded," the US State Department official said. The US official added that the trilateral framework agreement is the only way to achieve lasting peace between Israel and Lebanon. "Its full implementation is in the clear interest of both countries, and the Trump administration is committed to its success," he said.

Lebanon and Israel to hold another round of talks next week (Tuesday and Wednesday) in Rome..

Israel, Lebanon and the U.S. are expected to hold talks next week in Rome on expanding the process of Israeli military redeployment in Southern Lebanon and discuss the land border disputes between the countries, a State Department official said • The next round of U.S.-led talks between Israel and Lebanon will take place in Rome on August 4–6 • The State Department official said there is "significant momentum" in the Israeli-Lebanese track following the successful launch of the first pilot zone in southern Lebanon and Lebanese President Aoun's meeting with President Trump last week • "In Rome, technical groups will focus on advancing the full implementation of the framework agreement. That includes expanding the pilot zone process, resolving all outstanding border issues, and working on a comprehensive peace and security agreement", the State Department official said • The State Department official said that the first pilot zone in Southern Lebanon that is being implemented now "is an opportunity to deliver real progress on the ground, restoring Lebanese state authority through the verifiable disarmament of terrorist organizations and building the confidence needed for next steps" • "The experience of the initial zones will help us perfect pilot-zone implementation so it can expand in a phased manner", the State Department official said • The State Department official added that the trilateral Framework agreement is the only path to lasting peace between Israel and Lebanon. "Fully implementing it is in the clear interest of both countries, and the Trump Administration is committed to its success", the official said

A State Department official on the next round of talks between Lebanon and Israel : • • •The next round of U.S.-led talks between Israel and Lebanon will take place in Rome on August 4–6. • • •We are entering these discussions with significant momentum following the successful launch of the first pilot zone in southern Lebanon and President Aoun's productive meeting with President Trump last week. • • •In Rome, technical groups will focus on advancing the full implementation of the framework agreement. That includes expanding the pilot zone process, resolving all outstanding border issues, and working on a comprehensive peace and security agreement. • • •The first pilot zone is a concrete opportunity to deliver real progress on the ground, restoring Lebanese state authority through the verifiable disarmament of terrorist organizations and building the confidence needed for next steps. • • •The experience of the initial zones will help us perfect pilot-zone implementation so it can expand in a phased manner. • • •The Trilateral Framework is the only path to lasting peace. Fully implementing it is in the clear interest of both countries, and the Trump Administration is committed to its success.

NEW!! The next round of U.S.-led talks between Israel and Lebanon will take place in Rome on August 4–6, State Dept. official says • • 1/2

Israel, Lebanon and the U.S. are expected to hold talks next week in Rome on expanding the process of Israeli military redeployment in Southern Lebanon and discuss the land border disputes between the countries, a State Department official said • The next round of U.S.-led talks between Israel and Lebanon will take place in Rome on August 4–6 • The State Department official said there is "significant momentum" in the Israeli-Lebanese track following the successful launch of the first pilot zone in southern Lebanon and Lebanese President Aoun's meeting with President Trump last week • "In Rome, technical groups will focus on advancing the full implementation of the framework agreement. That includes expanding the pilot zone process, resolving all outstanding border issues, and working on a comprehensive peace and security agreement", the State Department official said • The State Department official said that the first pilot zone in Southern Lebanon that is being implemented now "is an opportunity to deliver real progress on the ground, restoring Lebanese state authority through the verifiable disarmament of terrorist organizations and building the confidence needed for next steps" • "The experience of the initial zones will help us perfect pilot-zone implementation so it can expand in a phased manner", the State Department official said • The State Department official added that the trilateral Framework agreement is the only path to lasting peace between Israel and Lebanon. "Fully implementing it is in the clear interest of both countries, and the Trump Administration is committed to its success", the official said

There are new rounds of negotiations scheduled for August 4th between the Lebanese authorities and the Israeli occupation. During the August 4th negotiations, the Lebanese authorities will demand a new experimental zone. Al-Mayadeen's Beirut Bureau Chief, Rony Alpha @alpha_rony