Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Saar has said there are no major disputes with Lebanon ahead of a second round of talks scheduled in Washington. His remarks come as both sides prepare to continue rare diplomatic engagement following decades of strained relations.
Saar said remaining differences are minor and mainly related to border demarcation issues. He suggested that such matters could be resolved through negotiations. His comments were reported by Israeli media during a diplomatic event in Jerusalem.
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The foreign minister also described Lebanon as a weakened state influenced by Iran through Hezbollah. He argued that Hezbollah remains the main obstacle to peace and normalization between the two countries. He further called for Lebanese cooperation against the group.
The first direct meeting between Israeli and Lebanese representatives in 43 years took place on April 14 in Washington. Both sides reportedly agreed to begin structured peace discussions, marking a rare diplomatic development in the region.
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The talks come amid ongoing tensions and violence in Lebanon, where conflict has caused significant casualties and displacement. A recent US-brokered ceasefire was also announced as part of efforts to reduce hostilities and stabilize the situation.