In a significant diplomatic development, Donald J. Trump announced that senior representatives from Israel and Lebanon met at the White House for high-level discussions aimed at easing tensions and strengthening regional stability.
The meeting, held in the Oval Office, was attended by key U.S. officials including Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, U.S. Ambassador to Israel Mike Huckabee, and Ambassador to Lebanon Michel Issa.
According to President Trump, the discussions were “very successful,” with the United States committing to work closely with Lebanon to strengthen its ability to defend itself against Hezbollah.
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A key outcome of the meeting was the extension of the ongoing ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon by an additional three weeks—an important step toward de-escalation in a historically volatile region.
President Trump also expressed optimism about future diplomatic engagement, stating that he looks forward to hosting Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Lebanese President Joseph Aoun for further talks.
Describing the meeting as “historic,” Trump emphasized the importance of continued dialogue and U.S. involvement in fostering long-term peace and security in West Asia.
