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Tampa talks stagnant Lebanon declines military talks
The article discussed military talks between Lebanon and Israel under American sponsorship in Tampa, which lasted two days without achieving tangible results. The disagreements primarily focused on verification mechanisms for implementation and the extent of direct coordination between the two sides. Lebanon rejected establishing a direct operations room, insisting on a third-party monitoring mechanism, while Israel aims to establish direct contact to verify the situation in the border areas. The main issue lies in defining the concept of sovereignty, as Lebanon demands the return of its authority over the territories, whereas Israel seeks evidence that the Lebanese army is operating in the southern areas. This reflects deep-rooted disagreements over the disarmament of Hezbollah and Israel's withdrawal. The negotiations show no signs of breakthrough amid the complexities of the disputes and the struggle over verification mechanisms, with both sides exchanging accusations and Israeli threats to punish Hezbollah. Sources emphasize that any progress requires a clear agreement on the mechanisms, as disagreements remain over verifying Lebanese commitments. Tensions continue, and the outcome of the upcoming political phase remains uncertain, with no breakthrough expected before the elections.
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