Israel and Lebanon have started negotiations to resolve border issues, establishing three working groups to address strategic locations, the Blue Line demarcation, and detainee statuses. Five Lebanese detainees were also released as a goodwill gesture through the Rosh Hanikra crossing.
On Tuesday, Israel and Lebanon commenced negotiations to address their shared border issues. A meeting in Naqoura, Southern Lebanon, saw representatives from the Israel Defense Forces, the United States, France, and Lebanon come together to form three joint working groups, aiming to stabilize the region.
These working groups will focus on key areas including: the five strategic points in Southern Lebanon still under Israeli control post-ceasefire, discussions on the Blue Line, which pertains to the demarcation line, and the resolution of remaining territorial disputes. Additionally, the status of Lebanese detainees held in Israel will be discussed.
As part of this diplomatic initiative, five Lebanese detainees were transferred back to Lebanon from Israel, coordinated with the United States, as a goodwill gesture towards Lebanon’s newly elected president. This transfer occurred through the Rosh Hanikra crossing, accompanied by a Red Cross convoy.
The initiation of border negotiations between Israel and Lebanon signifies a positive step towards regional stability. The establishment of joint working groups focused on strategic points, border demarcation, and detainee status presents a comprehensive approach to resolving longstanding disputes. Such diplomatic efforts, highlighted by the goodwill gesture in transferring detainees, reflect a commitment to dialogue and cooperation between the two nations.
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