Al JazeeraApr 21
Trump’s Board of Peace holds Gaza reconstruction talks with UAE’s DP World
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Trump’s Board of Peace holds Gaza reconstruction talks with UAE’s DP World
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Updated 21.4.2026
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Yechiel Leiter *Lebanon Hezbollah Nada Hamadeh Moawad Marco Rubio
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Apr 21, 2026
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Apr 15, 2026
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Al JazeeraApr 15
Israel and Lebanon hold rare talks in Washington, DC, amid Iran war
In Washington, DC, Israeli and Lebanese officials held their first direct talks since 1983 on Tuesday, mediated by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The meeting occurred amidst Israel's ongoing military campaign against Hezbollah, testing a fragile ceasefire that paused the US and Israel's war on Iran. Lebanon called for a ceasefire and humanitarian aid, while Israel focused on disarming Hezbollah, which was not represented at the meeting and opposed the talks. Despite differing priorities, both sides described the discussions as constructive, with the Israeli ambassador highlighting agreement on removing Hezbollah from Lebanon. Rubio acknowledged that progress would be a lengthy process due to historical complexities.
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Israel’s ongoing military campaign in Lebanon has tested the fragile ceasefire struck on April 8, which paused the US and Israel’s war on Iran for two weeks.
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The conflict has killed nearly 2,124 residents and displaced more than 1.1 million in its territory.
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Lebanon wants to be liberated from Hezbollah.
— Yechiel Leiter, Israeli Ambassador to the US
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Iran has been weakened. Hezbollah is dramatically weakened. This is an opportunity.
— Yechiel Leiter, Israeli Ambassador to the US
Apr 14, 2026
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Associated Press (AP)Apr 14
Lebanon and Israel to hold first direct diplomatic talks in decades in Washington
Lebanon and Israel will hold their first direct diplomatic talks in decades on Tuesday in Washington, D.C., mediated by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The talks follow a month of war between Israel and Hezbollah that has resulted in over 2,000 deaths in Lebanon and displaced over one million people. The Lebanese government hopes the talks will lead to an end to the war, while Israel seeks long-term security on its northern border. Hezbollah and some critics are skeptical of Lebanon's leverage in the talks, suggesting it should align with Iran. The meetings aim to support Lebanon in gaining control of its territory and political future from Hezbollah.
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Associated Press (AP)Apr 14
Efforts underway for second round of US-Iran talks as US blockade takes effect
Amidst escalating tensions, diplomats are working to arrange a second round of talks between the U.S. and Iran as a U.S. blockade of Iranian ports takes effect on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. Tehran has threatened regional retaliation, while Pakistan is attempting to mediate further discussions. The U.N. Secretary-General is advocating for resumed negotiations, a continued ceasefire, and respect for freedom of navigation, particularly in the Strait of Hormuz. These developments occur as the aftermath of recent airstrikes in Tehran and Lebanon, part of a U.S.-Israeli military campaign, are being assessed. Simultaneously, Israel and Lebanon held what they described as "positive" initial negotiation talks.
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Lebanon and Israel are set to hold the first direct diplomatic talks in decades on Tuesday in Washington.
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At least 2,089 people have been killed in Israeli strikes in Lebanon.
— Health Ministry
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More than 1 million people are displaced.
— AP
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The Israeli military continues an invasion into southern Lebanon.
— AP
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The Israeli and Lebanese governments are meeting to discuss ways to ensure long-term security on Israel’s northern border.
— U.S. State Department official
Apr 13, 2026
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Al JazeeraApr 13
Who is Israel’s US envoy leading talks with Lebanon?
Yechiel Leiter, Israel's ambassador to the US, held a first-ever phone call with his Lebanese counterpart, Nada Hamadeh Moawad, in Washington D.C. The meeting, facilitated by the US State Department, precedes formal peace negotiations between Israel and Lebanon scheduled to begin the following Tuesday. This occurs amidst escalating global pressure on Israel to end its invasion of Lebanon, which has resulted in thousands of deaths and displacements. Leiter, known for his far-right political ties and past controversial rhetoric, stated that Israel refuses to discuss a ceasefire with Hezbollah, which it views as an obstacle to peace. However, a Lebanese lawmaker affiliated with Hezbollah rejected direct negotiations with Israel.
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Israel's ambassador to the United States, Yechiel Leiter, held a first-ever phone call with his Lebanese counterpart, Nada Hamadeh Moawad.
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Israel will begin official peace talks with Lebanon next week.
— Yechiel Leiter
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Israel refused to discuss a ceasefire with the Hezbollah terrorist organisation.
— Yechiel Leiter
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Lebanese lawmaker Hassan Fadlallah, who is affiliated with Hezbollah, said that the group rejects direct negotiations between Lebanon and Israel.
— Hassan Fadlallah
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Global pressure mounts on Israel to end the invasion of Lebanon, with more than 2,000 people killed in Israeli attacks and over one million people displaced.
Apr 11, 2026
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Al JazeeraApr 11
Israel rejects ceasefire with Hezbollah ahead of Lebanon talks next week
Israel has rejected a ceasefire with Hezbollah ahead of planned talks with Lebanese officials in Washington next week. Despite the absence of diplomatic relations, the talks are intended to begin formal peace negotiations between Israel and Lebanon. However, Israel refuses to discuss a ceasefire with Hezbollah, which it considers a terrorist organization and an obstacle to peace. The diplomatic push comes as Israeli strikes intensify in Lebanon, with reports of casualties and pressure from Washington and Beirut for a temporary halt to hostilities. Iran has stated that the agreed pause in hostilities with the US includes an end to fighting between Israel and Hezbollah, a position Israel rejects.
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Israel says it will not discuss a ceasefire with Hezbollah during talks with Lebanese officials in Washington next week.
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Israel agreed to begin formal peace negotiations with Lebanon.
— Yechiel Leiter, Israel’s ambassador
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Israel refused to discuss a ceasefire with the Hezbollah terrorist organisation.
— Yechiel Leiter, Israel’s ambassador
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Three people were killed on Saturday when an air strike destroyed a residential building in Mayfadoun.
— The National News Agency
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Washington and Beirut have urged Israel to pause attacks before the talks.
— Reuters, citing Axios