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In a recent escalation, Hezbollah claimed responsibility for launching attacks on Israeli military strongpoints in the southern Lebanese towns of Biyyada and Shamaa.
The militant group stated that its operations focused on Israeli troop deployments in Biyyada, situated a mere eight kilometres from the city of Tyre.
A pivotal meeting between American and Iranian representatives is scheduled to take place in Islamabad, with the aim of brokering a ceasefire after a prolonged six-week conflict.
In a stark rebuke, the European Union has reaffirmed its stance that Israel’s settlement expansion in the occupied West Bank and East Jerusalem contravenes international law, a position validated by the International Court of Justice in July of last year.
According to a statement from the European External Action Service, the relentless growth of these settlements poses a significant threat to the prospects of a lasting peace and the viability of the two-state solution.
The EU has urged the Israeli government to rescind its settlement plans, uphold its international obligations, and safeguard the rights of the Palestinian population in the occupied territories.
The EU reaffirmed its commitment to a comprehensive, equitable, and enduring peace based on the two-state solution, as outlined in relevant UN Security Council resolutions, where Israel and Palestine can coexist peacefully within secure and recognized borders.
Notwithstanding its concerns over Israel’s actions in occupied Palestine, the European Union and its member states have continued to provide financial and other forms of support to the Israeli government.
According to Stephane Dujarric, spokesperson for Antonio Guterres, the UN chief believes that the current talks in Pakistan present a chance for both the US and Iran to de-escalate tensions and prevent a return to conflict. Dujarric stated that Jean Arnault, the UN chief’s personal envoy, who is currently in Tehran, will continue to be based in the region to facilitate diplomatic efforts. In response to a reporter’s inquiry about potential UN representation at the Islamabad talks, Dujarric clarified that while Arnault will not be attending specifically for these negotiations, the UN will maintain close awareness of the situation.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Ghalibaf has indicated that his country is open to negotiations with the US, provided that Washington provides tangible commitments and respects Iran’s sovereignty, according to Iranian state media. Ghalibaf, a key figure in the ongoing talks in Islamabad, emphasized that while Iran harbors goodwill towards the US, it lacks trust in the American government.
Iranian officials have entered the Islamabad talks with a strong sense of conviction, as underscored by University of Tehran Professor Zohreh Kharazmi, who believes that the mere fact of negotiations indicates a significant change in the US stance. In a recent conversation with Al Jazeera, Professor Kharazmi pointed out that just a few days ago, on March 6, the US had demanded unconditional surrender, but now they are engaging in talks. According to Kharazmi, Iran remains steadfast in its demands, and while some of its key conditions may not be met in this round of negotiations, they are likely to be approved in future rounds.
A high-level Iranian delegation, headed by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, has landed in Islamabad, with negotiations tentatively planned for Saturday afternoon, but only if Tehran’s key demands are fulfilled, according to the Tasnim News Agency.
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A high-ranking Iranian delegation, headed by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, has touched down in Islamabad, where negotiations are poised to commence on Saturday afternoon, provided Tehran’s prerequisites are fulfilled, according to a report from the Tasnim News Agency.