Direct negotiations between Israel and Lebanon to commence next week

Odaily News Direct negotiations between Israel and Lebanon are set to commence next week, according to a senior Lebanese official. Lebanon is calling for a temporary ceasefire to facilitate negotiations with Israel. Any talks will be conducted "separately, but following the same model," similar to the ceasefire agreement between Iran and the United States facilitated by Pakistan. Lebanon requires the United States to act as a guarantor for any agreement reached with Israel. (Jin10)