Key facts
- US-facilitated talks between Israel and Lebanon commenced on Tuesday in Rome.
- The discussions are expected to continue through Thursday.
- State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott confirmed the talks.
- The U.S. aims to support both governments in achieving lasting security and restoring Lebanese state authority in the south.
The United States has initiated a new round of facilitated talks between Israel and Lebanon, with discussions commencing on Tuesday in Rome and slated to conclude on Thursday. State Department spokesperson Tommy Pigott confirmed the proceedings, emphasizing the U.S. commitment to supporting both nations in their pursuit of lasting security. Pigott stated on X that the U.S. remains "fully committed to supporting both governments as they carry this process forward in a manner that delivers lasting security for both countries, eliminates security threats to Israel, and restores Lebanese state authority throughout the south."