Lebanon and Israel Hold Second Round of Talks in Washington to Extend Ceasefire

Lebanese and Israeli representatives are holding their second round of direct talks in Washington Thursday, trying to extend a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Hezbollah before it expires Sunday.

The 10-day truce was brokered by the United States and represents rare direct contact between the two countries. Lebanon is reportedly seeking a one-month extension of the ceasefire.

These talks mark unusual direct negotiations between Lebanon and Israel, who have been enemies for decades. Hezbollah, a militant group based in Lebanon, has been fighting with Israel in recent months.

The ceasefire has been described as shaky, meaning both sides have had difficulty following all the terms. The United States is mediating the discussions as both countries try to find a path forward.

The talks come as the broader Middle East remains tense, with various conflicts affecting the region's stability.