“Rubio hopes Lebanon-Israel talks will produce action plan US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says he hopes ongoing talks between Lebanese and Israeli officials in Washington will result in a joint statement and an action plan. The latest round of negotiations, facilitated by the US and aimed at ending fighting between Israel and Hezbollah and advancing a longer-term agreement, began on Tuesday and is expected to conclude today. Rubio has previously described the talks as a “historic opportunity” and said they could help establish a framework for future progress. The discussions come amid continued hostilities in Lebanon despite diplomatic efforts to secure a broader ceasefire.
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