Lebanon’s Amal Movement rejects Washington meeting, rules out direct talks with Israel

Lebanon’s Amal Movement has rejected the direct talks held in Washington between Lebanese and Israeli officials, reaffirming its refusal to engage in any direct negotiations with Israel. Mustafa Fawani, head of the movement’s executive body, said that Amal remains committed to the ceasefire framework overseen by the “mechanism committee”, which he described as the body responsible for implementing the truce announced in November, 2024. He added that Israel “has not adhered” to the agreement. Fawani said that the movement “does not seek validation from anyone” but instead “grants recognition in national belonging, resistance and steadfastness”. He added that its path “is lived, not merely told”, stressing that its history is built on sacrifices and martyrs in defence of Lebanon. OPINION: […]