Lebanon and Israel disagree on Hezbollah disarmament at Rome talks

Lebanon and Israel are engaged in a second day of U.S.-brokered talks in Rome aimed at Israel’s withdrawal from southern Lebanon and the disarmament of Hezbollah. Despite ongoing discussions, a senior Lebanese official indicated that significant progress is unlikely due to persistent disagreements over Hezbollah’s weapons and security arrangements. The negotiations also involve establishing a verification mechanism for the withdrawal, with Lebanon seeking a third-party role, potentially from Italy.

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