Ceasefire Talks Face Hurdles as Israel Demands Strike Rights on Hezbollah
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US envoy Amos Hochstein reported 'positive progress' in ceasefire talks between Israel and Hezbollah after meetings in Beirut. The discussions aim to end 13 months of conflict that began in October 2023. While Hezbollah has agreed to a US ceasefire proposal with some conditions, Israel demands Hezbollah's retreat beyond the Litani River for security. The conflict has resulted in significant casualties and displacement in Lebanon. Hochstein will meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to further negotiations.
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