Washington: Lebanon, Israel and the United States on Friday signed a trilateral framework agreement aimed at paving the way for a peace deal between the two long-time Middle East adversaries.
"We are happy to announce a framework agreement between the sovereign government of Lebanon and of course the government of Israel, with a mediation and support of the United States of America," US Secretary of State Marco Rubio said at the signing ceremony.
Framework for Lasting Peace
The agreement "begins to put in place a framework for lasting peace and security," Rubio added. The signing took place in Washington, marking a significant diplomatic step after decades of conflict.
The framework outlines steps for future negotiations, though specific details were not immediately released. The deal was signed on June 26, 2026, as reported by AFP.
Reactions and Next Steps
More details are expected to follow as the parties proceed with implementation. The agreement has been welcomed as a potential breakthrough in the region.
