Baabda says chances of ceasefire high, communication with Hezbollah and Berri direct
The Lebanese, Arab and international contacts that managed to avert an Israeli strike on Dahieh on Monday will contribute to a better atmosphere in today's talks between Israel and Lebanom in Washington, Baabda sources said on Tuesday.
"The Lebanese delegation's demand will be a comprehensive ceasefire and it is clear that the chance has become bigger after yesterday's contacts," the sources told MTV.
"Hezbollah must declare whether or not it has agreed to the agreement sparing Dahieh strikes in return for halting attacks on Israel," the sources added.
The sources also noted that "all communication with Hezbollah officials and Speaker Nabih Berri is taking place in a direct manner."
Adding that the Lebanese delegation to the negotiations is "ready to discuss any draft declaration of intent," the sources said Lebanon's comprehensive stance is based on demanding Israel's withdrawal and the return of captives in parallel with extending state's authority and monopolizing arms in the hands of the state.
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