Israel strikes Hezbollah in Lebanon during Rome peace talks
The Israeli military renewed its airstrike campaign against Hezbollah in southern Lebanon on Wednesday as Israeli and Lebanese negotiators met in Rome for a second consecutive day of talks aimed at securing a lasting peace.
TL;DR
- Israeli airstrikes hit southern Lebanese towns, resulting in casualties and resident evacuations.
- Israeli and Lebanese negotiators held talks in Rome aiming for a permanent diplomatic settlement.
- Key issues include Israel's withdrawal from occupied territory and Hezbollah's disarmament.
- Negotiations have established 'pilot zones' where the Lebanese Armed Forces are testing their ability to manage security and dismantle Hezbollah's infrastructure.
- The current conflict began in March following Hezbollah rocket launches into northern Israel.