Israel-Lebanon talks ‘important step’, but peace hinges on cessation of hostilities: Lebanon’s ex-PM Siniora
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Lebanon's former PM Fouad Siniora says recent direct talks with Israel are an 'important step' towards peace, but success depends on a ceasefire and stronger international intervention. Continued Israeli military action in southern Lebanon could undermine diplomatic efforts.
Lebanon and Israel held their first direct negotiations in decades in Washington, D.C., mediated by the United States. The talks follow months of escalating violence that has left over 2,000 people dead and displaced more than 1.2 million in Lebanon. Fouad Siniora, Lebanon's former prime minister, said a cessation of hostilities is essential for meaningful negotiations to succeed. Siniora criticized continued Israeli military action, saying it will not lead to a final solution and creates more casualties and enmity. He called for greater US involvement in restraining Israeli actions and supporting Lebanon's state institutions. Siniora emphasized the need to disarm Hezbollah and restore full state control, warning that some parties may have incentives to prolong the conflict.
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