US State Department Says It Is Working to Create Conditions for Lebanon-Israel Talks

A State Department spokesperson told Al Jazeera that officials are working to create conditions for good faith conversations between Lebanon and Israel. The spokesperson said the effort is aimed at supporting diplomatic progress between the two countries.

Officials accused Hezbollah of trying to derail those efforts through attacks and threats. The remarks were made as both sides continue to navigate the terms of a ceasefire agreement that took effect in late 2025. Lebanese and Israeli forces have reported periodic violations along the border in the months since.

The spokesperson stated that creating conditions for talks remains a priority for officials. Hezbollah has conducted operations near the border that officials described as attempts to undermine negotiations. Lebanese authorities and Israeli officials have exchanged accusations over ceasefire compliance in recent weeks.

No immediate new talks between the parties have been announced. Regional mediators have previously been involved in efforts to stabilize the Lebanon-Israel border.