Lebanon-Israel talks reportedly making positive progress
The Lebanese delegation to the Washington peace talks with Israel "sensed Israeli and U.S. acceptance regarding a comprehensive ceasefire, and the three parties presented proposals on specific ceasefire formulas," Baabda sources said on Tuesday.
"There is seriousness and a clear effort and interest from the U.S. in reaching a comprehensive ceasefire," the sources told MTV.
"Discussions are progressing positively and constructively, and we are waiting for the second round of negotiations tomorrow," the sources said.
Sources meanwhile told Israel's public broadcaster that the negotiations with Lebanon are "advancing in a good manner."
U.S. President Donald Trump "gave instructions for containing the escalation in Lebanon," the sources said.
"Israel won't attack Beirut but it won't withdraw from the areas it controls, and U.S. forces will train and equip the Lebanese Army," the sources added.
Al-Arabiya meanwhile reported that the Israeli army would withdraw from Lebanon over a period of 60 days.
Source: Naharnet
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