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Lebanese President Joseph Aoun is keen to have a temporary ceasefire when talks commence in parallel with those between the United States and Iran, mediated by Pakistan.
Israel and Lebanon are set to begin peace talks in Washington next week, mediated by the US.
KEY POINTS
- Lebanon has not yet appointed a representative for the talks, while Israel and the US have.
- Lebanon's President seeks a temporary ceasefire during talks, linked to US-Iran negotiations mediated by Pakistan.
- Israeli strikes on Wednesday killed over 300 people and wounded 1,800, mostly in civilian areas.
- Lebanon plans to demilitarize Beirut and increase security patrols as part of a new government initiative.
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