The U.S. special envoy to Lebanon announced plans to discuss a long-term cessation of hostilities with Israel following Lebanon's endorsement of a U.S.-backed disarmament initiative for Hezbollah. Tom Barrack, after a meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun, indicated a U.S. aim for an economic proposal to aid Lebanon's post-war reconstruction. The envoy noted that Lebanon's commitment needs to be met with reciprocal action from Israel. Lebanon's support for the disarmament plan has sparked anger within Hezbollah and its allies, who demand Israel's withdrawal from occupied territories.
The U.S. special envoy to Lebanon stated that discussions would be held on the long-term cessation of hostilities with Israel after Lebanon endorsed a U.S.-backed disarmament plan for Hezbollah.
Tom Barrack mentioned that Lebanon has taken important steps towards disarming Hezbollah and emphasized the need for Israel to reciprocate with compliance.
The economic proposal being sought by Washington aims at post-war reconstruction in Lebanon following months of diplomatic negotiations.
Lebanon's recent decision to support disarming Hezbollah upset the group and its allies, who argue that Israel must first withdraw from occupied territories.
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