Blinken told reporters, “Based on my recent visit to the region, and the work underway now, we have made good progress in those understandings.”
He explained, “It is important to ensure that there is a clear understanding, whether from Lebanon or from Israel, of what is required under Resolution 1701 to ensure its effective implementation.
He stressed that Washington is “working diligently” to reach arrangements leading to an agreement that would stipulate the withdrawal of fighters. Hezbollah From the border area adjacent to Israel.
He continued, “There is still additional work that we must do,” calling for “a diplomatic solution, especially through a ceasefire.”
He was the head of the Lebanese government Najib MikatiHe confirmed on Wednesday that his country is ready to implement Resolution 1701, as part of efforts to defuse the crisis that threatens the Middle East with a broader war.
Israeli Foreign Minister Yisrael Katz previously sent a message to Security CouncilIn which he called for implementing the same decision, according to the American newspaper “The Wall Street Journal”.
On Wednesday, Israeli media published what it said was a draft agreement led by the American envoy Amos Hochsteinto a ceasefire in Lebanon.
She revealed that this agreement is expected to be completed in the coming days, as the US administration is expected to announce it before Presidential elections Scheduled for next November 5.
