U.S. Seeks New Formula to Resolve Israel-Hezbollah Conflict

The U.S. is developing a new strategy to permanently resolve the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah, as U.N. resolution 1701 alone is insufficient. Envoy Amos Hochstein is mediating talks to cease tensions exacerbated by Hezbollah's recent attacks on Israel in support of Hamas.

The United States is intensifying efforts to craft a lasting peace agreement between Israel and Hezbollah, beyond the existing U.N. resolution. U.S. special envoy Amos Hochstein emphasized the need for a new strategy during talks in Beirut.

U.N. resolution 1701, established in 2006, aimed to prevent military presence in southern Lebanon, yet Hezbollah maintained its forces. Recent conflicts, including Hezbollah's assaults in support of Hamas, have reignited tensions.

Hochstein, after meeting Lebanese officials including Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, highlighted the urgency of ending the conflict as part of a broader peace framework in the Middle East, aligning with President Biden's goals.

(With inputs from agencies.)