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Lebanon and Israel are due to hold talks in Washington next week, drawing attention to whether the meeting could help ease tensions in the Middle East.
A US State Department official said on May 7 that the two sides are scheduled to meet in Washington next Thursday and Friday.
The talks are set to take place under US mediation.
Lebanon and Israel have recently remained at odds over tensions along the border and broader security issues.
Markets are watching whether the talks can help stabilize the Middle East and ease geopolitical risks. Any progress in the negotiations and the possibility of reaching an agreement are seen as key factors.
