Washington/Beirut – A high-ranking Lebanese government source revealed details of ongoing discussions with Israel in Washington, sponsored by the US, confirming that the primary Lebanese demand is an immediate ceasefire and extending the truce for 40 days to two months. The source explained that the talks aim to transition into direct negotiations to terminate the state of war. Accordingly, the future of the Lebanon truce 2026 represents a pivotal turning point as the Lebanese state seeks to reclaim sovereignty and restrict arms to legitimate institutions only to ensure long-term stability
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The second round of talks is being held with the participation of US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and ambassadors from both sides, reflecting global weight behind ending the escalation. Obviously, the Lebanese state is betting on supporting the Lebanese Army to extend its authority, especially in areas south of the Litani River, to prevent any slide into internal conflict. As a result, the government source dismissed “civil war” hypotheses, emphasizing that state institutions remain capable of maintaining order despite complex military challenges.
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The source confirmed that the Lebanese government is fully assuming its security responsibilities and calls on the international community to bolster the Lebanese Army’s capabilities as the sole guarantee for implementing any field agreement. Certainly, rejecting a ceasefire at this stage will hold opposing parties fully accountable to both domestic and international communities. Accordingly, the future of the Lebanon truce 2026 remains contingent on all parties’ commitment to the direct negotiation path to ensure the restoration of stability and the reconstruction of war-torn areas.
