Donald Trump has revealed that leaders of Israel and Lebanon could hold talks on Thursday—an unprecedented move, although neither side has confirmed the development.
The announcement follows renewed diplomatic efforts by Washington to ease tensions, including recent meetings between both countries’ ambassadors in the U.S., marking their first direct engagement in decades.
The conflict escalated after Hezbollah launched attacks on Israel, prompting heavy Israeli strikes that have reportedly killed thousands and displaced over a million people in Lebanon.
Trump, speaking on his Truth Social platform, said the goal is to create “breathing room” between both nations.
However, Lebanese officials say they are unaware of any planned talks, while the office of Benjamin Netanyahu has not commented.
U.S. officials maintain that while a lasting peace is the goal, current efforts are focused on building trust rather than enforcing an immediate ceasefire.
Meanwhile, Israel insists that dismantling Hezbollah remains central to any long-term resolution.
On the ground, hostilities continue, with fresh evacuation warnings in southern Lebanon and ongoing clashes between Israeli forces and Hezbollah fighters.