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The Big Question at the Heart of Israel-Hezbollah Talks: How Involved Will the U.S. Be in Lebanon?

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Israel wants to separate the different fronts and Hezbollah is no longer appears opposed – but the Israeli security establishment finds it hard to predict the Lebanese organization’s next moves. Iran, meanwhile, fears a tougher American line, so it may restrain Hezbollah for future gains

Amos Harel

Amos Harel

Amos Hochstein, U.S. President Joe Biden’s envoy, vowed not so long ago that he would only return to the Middle East if there was a real chance of reaching a cease-fire agreement between Israel and Hezbollah. He hesitated after the presidential election, but he finally came to his senses and arrived in Lebanon on Tuesday. He arrived in Israel on Wednesday night.

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