Lebanon discusses deconfliction mechanism before Israel negotiations

Lebanese President Joseph Aoun spoke with U.S. Vice President JD Vance and the Qatari Prime Minister about establishing a “deconfliction mechanism” to consolidate a ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah. The discussions come amid ongoing hostilities that have resulted in significant casualties and destruction in Lebanon. Qatar and Pakistan announced the creation of a deconfliction cell to ensure the cessation of military operations, aiming to prevent further escalation. The fragile ceasefire has reportedly held, with no airstrikes detected recently.

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