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Direct Israel-Lebanon peace talks a 'historic opportunity:' Rubio

14-04-2026 | 12:03

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Direct Israel-Lebanon peace talks a 'historic opportunity:' Rubio

U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio called Tuesday for Israel and Lebanon to seize a "historic opportunity" for peace as the first direct talks in decades between the two countries got underway in Washington.

"This is a historic opportunity. We understand we're working against decades of history and the complexities that have led us to this unique moment and the opportunity here," Rubio said at the State Department as he welcomed the ambassadors of the two countries.

"The hope today is that we can outline a framework upon which a current and lasting peace can be developed," he added.

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