Israel-Lebanon Direct Talks on Hezbollah

Israel and Lebanon are expected to hold direct talks in the coming days, marking their first such engagement since the start of the 'Iran war' which has intensified conflict in Lebanon. The negotiations, potentially held in Paris or Cyprus, will involve Jared Kushner from the United States and will be led by Ron Dermer for Israel. The primary focus of these discussions is to end the ongoing fighting in Lebanon and to disarm the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah. The conflict escalated after Hezbollah opened fire on Israel, retaliating for the killing of Iran's supreme leader, leading to extensive bombing campaigns by Israel and rocket fire from Hezbollah, resulting in significant casualties and displacement.